A small introduction to Carolina climbing.  Follow the obvious left-arching feature with good gear and great feet.  At the end of the arch, climb up into the obvious water groove, and follow it past two bolts to the anchor at the top adjacent to the boulders.  Best to walk off when cleaning.

Microcosm

Batter on My Apron

Piece of Cake

A short, but enjoyable route. Some interesting moves with a fun undercling mantle move mid way up. Start at the base of the rock bands stacked like a cake. Move up using horizontal jams, friction, and one side pull. Some moves can be reachy for shorter climbers. After the undercling the real climbing is over. Trend left to keep some interest. Rap from a tree, or walk off left down the obvious trail towards Arch Wall.

An easy route for the novice leader.  Climb the black streak above the far right side of the arch to a set of anchors.  You can start from the arch with Microcosm, or on the right side adjacent to Pick Pocketeer.  The left start is more secure but slightly harder, the direct (right) start is easier, but more run out.  If desired, you can clip the anchors and traverse left to the top of Microcosm to extend the route.  Generally stays wet after a rain.

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