Routes : North America : United States : Kentucky : East : Red River Gorge (Climbing) : Chimney Top : Tunnel Route
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Tunnel Route - 5.5
Average Rating : 4.00 out of 5
Route sequence (left to right): 8
Route Summary | Ascent Notes (5)
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Lots of slings, mid size cams and hexs, a few medium to small wires, large cam/big bro optional.
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Description:
Start up square gully/chimney. Pull + protect overhang via rotten tree and huge jugs at lip. Heave into slot w/ poor nuts or big piece. Chimney to belay at tunnel. Walk through + belay. Climb roof to crack, slab and guardrail. (be very wary of rotte Check with forest service to see if the area is open to climbing
Submitted by: yay_chris on 2004-04-13
Views: 1132
Route ID: 524
5 Ascents Recorded
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Onsight ascent by:
classic
last pitch climbed in the dark with no headlamp. A Bic Lighter saved the day as it was the only light we had to rack up for that pitch and set a good belay anchor.
Added: 2006-12-03
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No comment
Added: 2004-06-24
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An amazing route. Great exposure and view. The tunnel rules.
Added: 2004-04-13
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Red Point ascent by:
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No comment
Added: 2002-09-23
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I did this like three yrs ago I remember its only open in the winter and beware all the nasty grabage and broken glass.... advanturous route though..
Added: 2000-06-13
