Start in the short chimney on the north face of the North Tor, follow the left leaning crack to the slab, plug some gear in the right side of the summit block, and pull the easy roof to the top of the tor. Fun but not sustained. Crux is the left leaning crack.

North Overhang

King in the North

Northern Exposure

Climb up to the left-arching/horizontal crack feature and follow it to the left, the traverse protects well with stoppers, and a finger size cam at the left corner of the crack. When the horizontal crack fizzles out, move up via committing moves to good face holds directly above. Head up the easy slab and pull the bulge at the top. The movement on this climb is exceptional. Despite the tricky gear and somewhat runout feel, it is a safe lead for the experienced trad leader.

Could use some scrubbing but otherwise cool moves to top of tor. Follow crack to top. Chickenheads on face felt like they might pull off but it wouldn't impact the grade if they were avoided on the climb.

Farthest North rope climbing sized tor near pipeline area.

North Overhang

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Routes in North Tor