Sweet Areta

Slightly overhanging arete (~40 feet), located between MYSTERY Climb (8th in sequence on South Wall) and Beginner's Thruch (9th in sequence in Fossum, et al guide-book). Natural arete line that begs to be climbed. Don't use ledges on Thruch. Some loose blocks seem worrisome: handle with care. Sustained angle keeps one's attention at all times. Don't know if I'm FA; no evident signs of previous climbs. Various techniques required: Jams, layback, undercling, crimps, foot-matches, side-to-side switching, and a small but essential Thank-God hold; it's all there.

Arete just Right of Mystery Climb, Left of Beginner's Thruch, on attached square column on South Wall. Large tree at start of trail down from top and/or stone blocks serve as secure anchor points for TR.

TR Recommended for G Rating; if leading, large Tri-cams & Hex-nuts on slick Sioux quartzite desired. No bolts are currently allowed at Palisades.