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Bruce Morris
Social climber
Belmont, California
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Jun 24, 2012 - 04:23pm PT
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Just ask the CRSP "Shadow Government", Sprock! They're the ones who establish and maintain "carrying capacity" quotas up there.
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Dr.Sprock
Boulder climber
I'm James Brown, Bi-atch!
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Jun 24, 2012 - 04:32pm PT
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i bet the confiscated gardening equipment is still down there by the green monster,
they were gonna chopper it out but too much wind, probably still there,
i see cartel people climbing at CRSP all the time, down there buy the waterfall, they wait til everybody leaves then slip back down to camp,
thank god for us climbers, otherwise the whole place would be like johnny's garden,
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Bruce Morris
Social climber
Belmont, California
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Jun 24, 2012 - 04:40pm PT
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Still there, Sprock? Bet I can haul it out and install it in a grow farm environment down by the creek in my backyard. Way easier to bust me than the Mexican drug cartels who operate with impunity throughout the hinterland in CRSP. The Rangers find it easier and safer to tag for out-of-bounds parking than to face a blazing AK-47 in the so-called eco-friendly nature preserve! Bet Ranger Jason Rule's 40cal pea-shooter doesn't stand a chance against a hail of teflon bullets!
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 24, 2012 - 04:45pm PT
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Dude, I got Hueys on 'standby', but I need spotters and climbers. The beer-drinkers are all covered. I just may take him down to the Underworld. Watch for ticks at Mud Wall, I had some...
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Dr.Sprock
Boulder climber
I'm James Brown, Bi-atch!
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Jun 24, 2012 - 04:53pm PT
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ticks are crazy up here too.
and we have a grasshopper infestation that looks like the locusts of south africa,
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 24, 2012 - 04:58pm PT
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Police yer legs while on patrol!!! Get 'em before they dig in!
I miss ya, Sprock. Gimme a shout when yer back in my perimeter.
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 7, 2013 - 09:38pm PT
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Anybody gonna be up there on Sunday? I will.
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Michelle
Social climber
Toshi's Station, picking up power converters.
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Dude, I'm there. 930, right?
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 7, 2013 - 11:11pm PT
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Stay tuned, Michele, I'll call ya. But prolly around that time.
Or call me Saturday if I forget...Woo hoo!!!!
EDIT: Son of bitch! I called you Michele instead of Michelle! My bitch ex-wife was named Michele. Sorry!
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Michelle
Social climber
Toshi's Station, picking up power converters.
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Cool, pm your number, I can't find it.
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Michelle
Social climber
Toshi's Station, picking up power converters.
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It's all good!
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 7, 2013 - 11:51pm PT
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Better wear an ankle-brace, Kev has bold ambitions.
Wait till you see my new hair-do. Shocking!
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Michelle
Social climber
Toshi's Station, picking up power converters.
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Oh Jesus, ill just suffer along like always. Oh no, is it.... Gone??
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 8, 2013 - 12:11am PT
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Yep, I chopped my hair!!!! I 'm weird now...
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Michelle
Social climber
Toshi's Station, picking up power converters.
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Oooohhhhh nooooooo!!!!! Wtf man?
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 15, 2013 - 08:20pm PT
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Michele, we're going tomorrow. Check yer mail and call me, I lost yer number.
I'm doing taxes in the morning and will be there at noon. Woot!
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Mar 21, 2013 - 08:34pm PT
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We're going Saturday, somewhat early. Wanna go?
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Dapper Dan
Trad climber
Menlo Park
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Mar 23, 2014 - 06:05pm PT
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Well we didn't get tooled today , but several cars had tickets in the CR main parking lot . I took a peek at the ticket , $71 for not paying the parking fee , ouch !
Plenty of people out and about at CR today , many of the crags were occupied , Goat Rock was buzzing with climbing groups and Boy Scouts , here's a few pics ...
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HighTraverse
Trad climber
Bay Area
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Mar 23, 2014 - 07:57pm PT
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+++ WARNING --- Boring Public Service Announcement +++
I've mentioned this a few times but will again, especially for Castle Rock newbies or wannabes.
Castle Rock parking is strictly enforced.
Summary: if you park in the lot, pay or you'll be cited. As mentioned earlier.
You may park for free between the highway and the deep ditch just south of the entrance gate. They put out cones marking the ends of the parking area. Park outside the cones and you WILL be cited.
Ditto for across the highway at the Indian Rock parking.
Remember the highway parking rules are set by CalTrans, not state parks, but the CRSP or the Santa Clara County Parks rangers write the tickets.
There are many tempting turnouts on both sides of the highway in both directions which are clearly posted no parking. You WILL be cited.
There is a small parking area about 1/2 mile north on the east side of Skyline at Summit Rock. Same rules and warnings apply.
I'll add a safety warning. It is a heavily traveled state highway and people often drive 60 or faster. There is no real shoulder either side of Skyline between Summit Rock and Castle Rock. Be careful and stay out of the road if you're at your car.
I know of one pedestrian fatality in that stretch of road.
I STRONGLY suggest you take the trail on the east side of skyline between Summit Rock parking and Indian Rock/Castle Rock.
It's a very nice trail in the woods and only adds a few minutes. And you won't get run over.
There are additional parking areas on the east side of Skyline, south of Castle Rock. The nearest (and smallest) is about a mile from the CRSP entrance. There are larger ones at approx 1.7 and 2.0 miles. The trail on the east side of Skyline back to CRSP/Indian Rock is enjoyable and well maintained. Allow 30 - 40 minutes fast walking.
ALL parking is closed at all areas at sunset. This is clearly posted. Also, they lock the Castle Rock gate shortly after sunset. You may infer the obvious.
All trails are closed at sunset.
No, they don't usually lock the gate and start ticketing right at sunset but don't push your luck. They won't come looking for you on the trails after dark.
The ditch along the highway just south of the Castle Rock parking gate entraps quite a few cars. Especially in wet weather. Be careful you don't let your wheels get too close to the ditch. I'm sure its a very expensive call for a tow truck.
Smoking and alcohol are prohibited in both parks. Even in the parking lots. The CRSP ranger clarified this at a local meeting yesterday. A beer at the tailgate after a day's climbing is not a good idea. It's even prima facie evidence of drunk driving if you then get behind the wheel.
No glass containers of any sort are allowed in the parks (outside of formal picnic areas). This is to protect people and the natural residents.
Contrary to popular belief the current rangers are not neo-Nazis. If they tell you you're violating a law, be polite, comply and you're not likely to get into trouble. And no, they're not Out To Get Climbers.
The rangers are The Law up here along Skyline. All "Rangers" in California (including USFS and National Parks) are police officers.
They will deal with and are authorized to cite or arrest for any crime they encounter.
And one final note: There are now official State Parks volunteers on the trails in all the local state parks. They are there to help all visitors enjoy the park. They are to be informative and helpful to all visitors. They are well trained and should politely inform people if they are violating the few park rules. They have no authority to cite but they can report. Be courteous to them.
Summit Rock closure: Summit Rock is not open for general access. You need to apply for a "permit" in advance. There are several good reasons for this and I won't argue the point. You can get a permit by calling 408-355-2201 at Santa Clara County Parks.
SuperTopo Summit Rock access thread:
http://www.supertopo.com/climbing/thread.php?topic_id=2194690&tn=20
(why am I bothering with this?)
As many of you know, I live in the neighborhood and I don't like to hear about climbers being cited.
I want us all to have good times in these mountains.
P.S. on a largely selfish note:
It has been a Very Dry 2 years up here. Barring heavy storms, in a few weeks it will be high and then extreme fire danger. PLEASE don't smoke outside your car, if you camp in the campgrounds be Very Careful with your fire (if allowed) and report any sign of smoke to 911.
And if you're away from people and very lucky you just might see Felis Concolor or Peregrine Falcons.
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 10, 2015 - 09:47pm PT
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I'll finally be out there again tomorrow. Early.
Lyme Disease Rock, Indian, Cal Ridge, The Platypus, or....Mt Doom.
Itching for sandstone smears.
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