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paolin
May 15, 2015, 12:47 PM
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Hello all,
Looking for info on children-friendly crags in the NE USA. We are from Northern NJ so anything between a few hours’ drive will work (NJ, CT, EAST PA and NY). Both sport and trad (and bouldering) would be ok. Kids are 4 yrs. old and 8 weeks old. The 4yrs. love to climb.
So far we have been to Allamuchy, the Gunks and Haycock.
Help. 
Thanks,
P.
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Dillbag
May 19, 2015, 6:10 PM
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You've hit one of the best... the Gunks. There are quite a few different areas which are suitable for kids.
The Trapps obviously has a nice approach trail (carriage road), there are a couple spots early on the Brat, Uberfall, Jackie/RMC.
If the 4yo is a good hiker, then you should have no problem getting to somewhere like Lost City which has a nice amphitheater area and also the bonus of being across the street from SplitRock.
Bonticou crags are quite nice as well, lots of boulders to explore, but the approach is a bit more challenging.
Minnewaska is also great, there are a lot of moderate options in Peterskill and not so much worry about rockfall as in the Trapps.
Personal Opinion below...
If you haven't purchased a kids climbing specific helmet, would recommend a bike helmet be worn at all times when at the base of any crag. This often necessitates that the adults do the same (lead by example).
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