Panic Town Crag - Climbing
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Panic Town is a newly developed area for rock climbers looking to step up their skill level.
Jan Roestel
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Summary
Good crack climbing can be hard to find along the central coast, but thanks to dedicated work from some local climbers, there are now more than 60 trad lines at the Panic Town crag. Don’t let the longish approach deter you from truly quality climbing.
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Distance
0.1 miles
Destination Distance From Downtown
4.1 miles
Difficulty
5 of 5 diamonds
Although the majority of the grades here are moderate, the area requires a strong knowledge of anchor building, and the rocks may be loose at points due of lack of use.
Time To Complete
1 days
Be prepared so spend a whole day out.
Seasonality
Spring, Fall, and Winter
Dog Friendly
No
If your dog is a chill crag dog and can hack it on the 40 minute approach, then they are welcome.
Fees Permits
No
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