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Summary
Langdale Buttress is considered to have some of the best quality rock in the Mt Cook National Park.
Description
A couple of single and multi pitch routes have recently been developed along with some older trad lines.
Access issues
The Beetham valley access has been continually deteriorating due to Moraine erosion. The Reay Valley access is straight forward as of Nov 20. Speak to DOC about current conditions.
Approach
By Foot: Walk to Ball Shelter navigating the Husky Flat slip (3-4 hours). Descend garbage gully and cross the moraine to the Reay Valley. Ascend the Reay on the true right. Head over Pt 1801 and 1954 before climbing up to the Langdale glacier (approx 10 hours).
A helicopter up the Tasman to the white ice is recommended to cut down on the approach.
Where to stay
Good camping spots can be found on the north edge of the Langdale glacier.
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