The Date, 5.10a, 80m, Pulpit Rock, Nelson, B.C.

“The Date” 5.10a, Pulpit Rock in Nelson, B.C.

F.A.: D. Lussier, M. Terlingen, May 2008

Enjoy having a warm climb on “the Date”, a very accessible multi-pitch climb within reach of Nelson.  For experienced climbers the route can be done in less than half a day.  A great walk into the base of the route, fun and thoughtful climbing and great views at the top are all your rewards. 

The rock quality is average by local standards, of fractured granitic origin. Ensure you stay on route and watch if you are following another climbing party and rappel only if you have to. There is a perfectly good walk off, see access.

For private guiding on this route, advanced rock climbing courses, or exploring other unique rock crags and routes in around Nelson, Kaslo and Castlegar click here.  For photos of this route or other crags near Nelson, visit this slideshow.

Accessing the Date, Left Pillar of Pulpit Rock, Nelson, B.C.

To get to the climb, follow the regular Pulpit rock trail for 20-25min of steady moderate walking. The top of Pulpit rock will becomes clearly visible for the first time. At the next switch-back, take a faint climber’s trail heading west and contour below Pulpit rock.

The trail becomes obvious and is well flagged in orange 20m from the switch-back. Follow this across and up talus fields for 10-15min to the base of the route. The trail is not totally finished yet and will see some more work. There are many large loose blocks in the talus fields.

See printable route description for details of gear requirements, route length and portable topo map for your rock climb on the Date! The_Date.pdf

Enjoy and ascend with care…