Rock Climbing - Ambush Wall, Big Cottonwood Cyn 5/9/26

Itinerary:

Instruction and hike - 9 -930 am

Climb - 9:30 am - 1:00 pm

Directions: 500ft Before Mineral Fork Trailhead on the Left, Big Cottonwood Cyn (Drive up the canyon 5.7 miles from the flashing sign. There is a pull out on the North Side of the road. There is an orange sign with "7.8" in black at the pull out. This sign is for "mile marker" 7.8 as it is only a little ways before mile marker 8)

Activity:

Rock Climbing Lower Ambush Wall - 5.7-5.9 sport routes. Walk down the road and find the mellow trail next to the road sign. Please avoid hiking straight up the steep and loose hill. Takes about 5 min to 4 good beginner routes. Mountain Project Trip Report

Gear: Harness (can rent), helmet (can rent), exercise clothing, hiking shoes, climbing shoes (can rent), 1-2 L water, daypack, 2-4 snacks, sunscreen, sunglasses, first aid kit, 70m rope, cordelette, locking carabiners

Rentals:

Harness: ($5/day BYU Outdoors)

Helmet: ($4/day BYU Outdoors; $6/day UVU Outdoor Adventure Center)

Rock Climbing Shoes ($6/day BYU Outdoors; $6/day UVU Outdoor Adventure Center)