The Diamond, Granite cliff on Longs Peak, Colorado.
The Diamond presents a vertical rock wall rising 2,400 feet above the Chasm Lake, forming a distinct feature of Rocky Mountain National Park.
First climbed in 1960 by Dave Rearick and Bob Kamps, this rock face established new standards for technical climbing in North American mountaineering.
The Diamond serves as a gathering point for rock climbers who participate in annual events and training sessions throughout summer months.
Climbers need technical equipment, permits from Rocky Mountain National Park, and should start their ascent before sunrise to avoid afternoon storms.
The granite formation includes more than 100 established climbing routes, with each section requiring different techniques and protection methods.
Location: Colorado
GPS coordinates: 40.25400,-105.61200
Latest update: March 9, 2025 03:03
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