This route follows the crack that weaves back and forth between Ladybug (5.8) and Boardwalk (5.5).  Then about 3/4 of the way up the crack ends and Sidewinder continues straight up to the top.

Sidewinder

Ladybug

Boardwalk

Crescent

The left-most route on the practice face, Ladybug starts by crawling up toward a bulge with a lone bolt. Past the bolt, bold climbers find success by manteling on slopers, then stepping up a few more feet to some thank-god protection. Above this, the climbing is more casual and less memorable.

This is a low angle crack that climbs like a juggy face and has plenty of ledges for resting and placing gear. Gaining the beginning of the crack is difficult for the grade. Many newer climbers skirt the difficulty to the right, then traverse left into the crack. Topping out this route can be tricky for new leaders, as the wall gets steeper at the very top, and run-off often makes it a little dirty up there.

Start up a slabby face that can feel harder than 5.4 depending on the actual line that you follow.  Continue to a small ledge about two-thirds of the wall up on rounded holds, staying to the right of the crack on Boardwalk.  Finish up the steep headwall (challenging when wet) to a large ledge with a pair of anchors.  To descend, rap the route with a single rope, or follow the trail right and down to the base of the wall.

The far right end of Crow Hill is known as the Practice Face, because of its classic easier lines and easy TR/rappel anchors. Bring a couple 20-foot slings or some rope to build your TR anchor, or wait your turn and lead one of the easier lines on the cliff.

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Protection

Routes in 6. Practice Face (right end)