Climb the Fisher Towers
AdventureChallengingSpringFall
Scale the bizarre, mud-covered sandstone spires like Ancient Art for a surreal summit experience high above the desert floor.
Itinerary tips
- 1Pack a full size rack and extra webbing to reinforce the often-weathered anchors found on these mud-draped spires.
- 2Allocate a minimum of six to eight hours to account for technical rope management and the slow pace of lead climbing on soft rock.
- 3Drive 21 miles northeast of Moab on Highway 128 to reach the Fisher Towers trailhead, which requires no special permits for day use.
- 4Arrive at the parking lot before 7:00 AM to secure a spot, as this trailhead serves both climbers and high volumes of hikers.
- 5Bring a stiff brush to clear dried mud from holds and a headlamp for the likely possibility of a late descent.
- 6Verify the integrity of the 'Stolen Chimney' corkscrew summit bolt before committing to the final move on Ancient Art.
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