There is enormous potential for more routes at Ya Ha Crag. Anyone is welcome to develop new climbs, but we do humbly ask that everyone follow some basic guidelines so that the crag as a whole keeps it’s quality and character. These guidelines are generally in line with community consensus and standards regarding route development in neighboring climbing areas.
At the end of the day we don’t make climbs, we just discover them. The rock will ultimately decide. No matter how much work is put in, even the best route builders cannot make a good line out of junk rock.
- Clean the route of loose rock. Anything within potential reach should be generally swept of dust and debris (within reason).
- Do not place climbs too close together! This ruins the personality of both routes.
- Sport routes should have enough protection to not be suicidal. PG-13 is okay.
- The standard bolt is 3/8″ x 3″ stainless steel. Glue-in bolts are also acceptable if you know how to install them.
- Do not walk along the top of the crag unless you are CERTAIN there is no one below you. The terrain above the cliffs consists of choosy broken ledges that can be complicated to navigate.
- Creating or attaching holds is against accepted local practice.
- Whenever possible, scratch out a belay platform.
- Pick a good line and go for it!
- Please send all new route information (and pictures) to contact@climbyaha.ca
Thank you!
Ya Ha Crag 