Pottery piles tell the history of those who came before us. Please leave archaeological sites as you find them. Learn more about archaeological site etiquette by clicking on this photo.
Justin Weih on the first rappel.
The first rappel from below
Eric Moorcroft on the first rappel. Photo by Justin Weih
Looking up from the bottom of the last rappel.
Windtalker
Rappel Sequence: 200/ 30/ 165
Region: Hartwell Canyon
Distance- 4.5 miles
Elevation- 900’+
Duration- 4-6 hrs
Difficulty- Moderate
Rope- 2 x 200’
Anchor Materials: 40’ webbing + 2-3 rapides
Longest Rappel: 200’
Overview: Windtalker is a rarely traveled route due to its location and not so great pay to play ratio. What it does have to offer are big free hanging rappels in a remote wilderness setting.
Luxurious alcoves
Archaeological Sites
Free Hanging Rappels
Approach (1-2 hours+): From the parking area locate a social trail on the left side of the tank that leads to the main wash. Follow the main wash to the turn off on the left. Take a brush choked gully up to the start of the white rock layer before traversing over to the start of Windtalker.
Exit (Less than 1 hour): Follow the brushy drainage down to the main wash. Take a right into the main wash and return the way you came.
Link Up’s: The obvious link up for Windtalker would be Magic, although I’ve combined this route with Hang Em High and really enjoyed it.
Weather: During wet or icy conditions the approach for Windtalker and Magic will present additional risk & challenges.
Preservation: Please respect the sensitive terrain and archaeological sites along your journey.
Route Established By: Garrett Bennett & Ron Paradis