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Mappa Lake Cave

  • Grade context: AU
  • Ascents: 3
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Summary

Nice little cave with good rock. A decent hike from z bend lookout

Access issues inherited from Kalbarri

The Parks Service are welcoming to climbers, however there are some minor restrictions. Camping is no longer permitted in the Gorge itself, however Z Bend Group Campsite is open to climbers for $8 per person per night. The site is off-limits when booked by school/scout groups, so it is worth calling in advance before making the journey north. Registration and booking can be made at the Kalbarri National Park Visitor Centre on Grey Street, or by phone (08) 9937 1140. Note also that a WA Parks Pass is required for entry.

Approach

Continue past Around the Corner Boulders and OG Wonderland. It's a decent hike. About twice the distance from z-bend as it is to Tatooine roof.

Ethic inherited from Kalbarri

There used to be a "No Swearing North of Northampton" rule. Breaking it, particularly at The Prom, would earn you push-ups as dictated by Remi. A boulder in The Pit derives its name from this now mostly abandoned rule.

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Nice warm up climb to the right of 'Worth the Walk?'

FA: Ruari Hopper, 25 Sep 2022

Start in good slot halfway out of the roof. Big move past the blank section to a cruisy finish.

FA: Ruari Hopper, 25 Sep 2022

Start on shallow under cling in the back of cave with low feet on back wall. Climb into the start of 'One Pump Man' and top out same as that climb. Nice technical climbing on great rock!

FA: Karl Laczko, 25 Sep 2022

Sit start to the left of 'Worth the Walk?' and follow good holds up and to the right.

FA: Jolyn Lai, 25 Sep 2022

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