This route starts out with a stem between the actual pinnacle and a shorter rock just to the west (to your right if you are facing Windy Point Vista/Tucson).  This route has an old bolt at the top of the pinnacle that should not be used for anything other than a directional.  The chains for this climb (that do not easily allow a top-rope) are located to the left of this climb and are shared with the 5.7 North Side route).  Thin feet in places.  Also, don't let the height to the 1st bolt bother you, it is easily reached.

Northwest Route

North Face Direct "Panic Room"

East Face

North Face

The north side of Hitchcock Pinnacle is one of the most climbed routes on Mt Lemmon. 

  Standing below the north face, stem up onto the large block/ledge atached to the right side of the pillar.  From here, step left onto face and edge up past one bolt to a large flake.  Up flake and right to top out. 

  Lower off chains.

Crux is stepping out to the right from the "panic room" (small ledge under eastern roof) onto the north face of the pinnacle - may be harder for shorter folks.

This route is on the east face of hitchcock pinnacle, starting under the obvious roof. I would say it is worth doing for the roof move. If it was closer to the ground, it would be a fun V0/1 bouldering problem. There is one bolt above the roof and a set of chains. This route is easily top roped after climbing the standard route, but rope drag is bad when lowering off. I would recommend topping out and rapping to save your sheath.  

  I heard a rumor that some holds on this route was chipped out by rock hammers in the early '70s.

Hitchcock Pinnacle may be the most recognizable rock on Mt Lemmon.  It is located just above the main parking area at Windy Point, making it popular among climbers and tourists alike. 

  This 40' freestanding column is most commonly climbed by its 5.7 north face, however all three routes ascending the formation are worth doing.  Each route has one bolt, so unless you are willing to run it out 20 feet or more, bring some gear.  Top rope can be set on all three by means of fixed anchors/chains at the top. 

  Despite the crowds, these climbs are great fun and incredibly photogenic.

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Routes in Hitchcock Pinnacle