The Lost Wall, Georgia
Located on Pigeon Mountain near Lafayette, GA, the Lost Wall is easily accessible because it is close to the road. Thus, is a popular destination for people interested in top rope climbing. The 60-foot high band of rock lies on the eastern side of and about half way up the mountain. The top of the first vertical wall can be accessed via easy terrain winding up the left side of the rock, and additional routes can be found by following the cliff line. Please see the resources section for detailed information on the approach to the area.
The Devil's Cellar, Linville Gorge, North Carolina
North Carolina's Linville Gorge offers climbers some of the oldest and highest quality granite in the world. Set within the Pisgah National Forest, the Linville River cut a deep gorge---the Grand Canyon of the East---leaving a plethora of excellent rock on Table Rock Mountain. Toward the north end of this mountain is a chasm formed by a large buttress. This excellent climbing area is called The Devil's Cellar. The top of the west buttresses is easy to access, and plenty of trees and boulders are available for top rope anchors. Please see the resources section for detailed information on the approach to the area.
Sand Rock, Alabama
This grouping of sandstone canyons and caverns on Shinbone Ridge lies near and overlooks the town of Leesburg, AL. Routes exist for climbers of all levels, and most are equipped with excellent bolted anchors. Trails wind through the many 30- to 60-feet high freestanding formations, the summits of which are easy to reach via scrambles. Although this area is also frequented by ATV riders and late-night partiers, climbing opportunities are varied from steep routes to fun cracks. Please see the resources section for detailed information on the approach to the area.
