West Face Route

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:climbers
gptkbp:access moderate
requires a permit
gptkbp:access_points multiple access points available
gptkbp:climbing_ability June to September
available
required
late spring to early fall
helmets recommended
leave no trace
local guides available
trad climbing
best in dry weather
guidebooks available
well-known among climbers
multi-pitch climbing
popular among local climbers
via established trails
featured in climbing festivals
requires various techniques
annual climbing meet
high altitude sickness possible
best to climb with a partner
exposed ledges
part of Mount Whitney climbing lore
recommended for intermediate climbers
requires basic rock climbing skills
weather changes quickly
gptkbp:climbing_traditions part of Sierra climbing culture
gptkbp:difficulty_levels 5.7
gptkbp:elevation approximately 1,500 feet
gptkbp:features exposed sections
gptkbp:first_ascent gptkb:1970
Bob Kamps and others
gptkbp:gearbox standard climbing gear
gptkbp:geological_features gptkb:granite
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label West Face Route
gptkbp:is_popular_in experienced climbers
gptkbp:length approximately 1,200 feet
gptkbp:located_in gptkb:Mount_Whitney
gptkbp:module 1-2 hours
via the East Face
gptkbp:notable_features crux pitch
gptkbp:philosophy 2-3 hours
via the Mount Whitney Trail
gptkbp:rock_climbing_grade YDS 5.7
gptkbp:route challenging
includes several pitches
gptkbp:safety rockfall risk
gptkbp:scenic_views Eastern Sierra
gptkbp:season summer
gptkbp:summit gptkb:Mount_Whitney
gptkbp:trails gptkb:Whitney_Portal
gptkbp:training_programs nearby camping areas
gptkbp:type rock climbing
gptkbp:weather_conditions variable
gptkbp:wildlife mountain goats
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Dhaulagiri
gptkb:Gasherbrum_II
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5