This thin edge problem is found on the rounded southwest arete of the boulder and is hidden from view on the approach.

Start off a flat rock and climb the rounded arete using crisp edges with the crux midway as you make a reach for a good hold and then a jug.

No easy descent is to be had from this boulder - the best option is to place a pad on the northeast face (lowest side) and jump off.

This problem isn't listed in the Joshua Tree bouldering guide but is an obvious line with good movement on solid patina edges making this another problem worthy of inclusion to a circuit of the area.

Little Rascal

Buckwheat

Alfalfa

This thin slab problem is found on the west face of the boulder and is hidden from view on the approach.

Mantle onto a sloping ledge to start then slab your way up the increasingly steep slab with the crux at the very end as you reach for the top. Somewhat reminiscent of the

Hensel Face

at the JBMF Area.

Note: No easy descent is to be had from this boulder - the best option is to place a pad on the northeast face (lowest side) and jump off.

This thin crack problem is located on the southwest face of the boulder and will be visible on the approach.

Jam and lieback the obvious thin crack to gain a jug and then mantle over the top. The boulder close to the base may be of concern so have an alert spotter.

Note: No easy descent is to be had from this boulder - the best option is to place a pad on the northeast face (lowest side) and jump off.

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Routes in Little Rascal Rock