Carnuel Crag

This is a small crag, on good rock, close to the city with a short walk. It is a good substitute for the climbing gym. There are several anchors on the right side which can be set for TRs by walking around the back from the right. It has an eastern aspect and is good for summer evenings. Keep an eye for rattle snakes in season.The upper right portion of the crag has two areas with several anchors each. Approach by going right and around to the left of the rock. The lower portion, containing several cracks, has a large ledge. Go around the upper knob, continue south, then east to the large flat ledge. The upper knob section requires a few fourth class moves straight up the west face to reach the top. There are also several anchors on the lower left section of the crag.An early guide to the area is published in Climbers Guide to the Lower Sandia Mountains by Barry & Rita Loucks (1989) pages 29-30. There are many TR variations of the principle lines.*** WATCH FOR RATTLESNAKES and if you find one leave it alone.The area has seen heavy use during covid.  Please TR off your own gear or rap to save the hardware.  There is no formal maintenance arrangement only kind volunteers.  Also have long slings for TR as the top flattens out especially on the downhill side.  Save your rope.  Lastly bring an adjustable wrench, multiple lead lowering pulls the draws on the protection bolts and the nuts loosen.