The 11th edition of the comprehensive guide Owens River Gorge Climbs is an indispensable resource for an excellent trip to California's premier basalt sport climbing area, the Owens River Gorge. Written by long-time local Marty Lewis, this latest edition features over 900 routes and numerous action photos in color, both modern and historical, showcasing the stars of the day.
There are maps, cliff photos, and hand-drawn topos to help you easily find your choice of routes, as well as helpful lists of local amenities. Details such as altitude, approach times, and the number and range of route ratings at the start of each chapter will assist in planning. A collection of essays written by notable climbers and route developers from Owens Valley Gorge will surely entertain you during those long evenings at camp.
Bishop is located in the Owens Valley of the Eastern Sierra. It is an excellent destination for a climbing trip at any time of the year, and Maximus Press publishes a selection of guides that cover all seasons. Although Owens Valley Gorge is best visited in spring and fall, sometimes conditions allow climbing during the hotter and colder months. Check out Mammoth Area Rock Climbs and The Good, the Great, and the Awesome for excellent summer climbing.
Specifications:
- Author: Marty Lewis
- Publisher: Maximus Press
- Publication Year: 2018
- Edition: 11th
- Number of pages: 388 in color
About the author
Marty Lewis has been climbing at Owens River Gorge since 1989. During this time, he has climbed many of the routes there, and even established some himself. He runs Maximus Press and publishes several other guides in the local area, as well as in California. He lives near Bishop with his wife Sharon, and a few canine friends.
Check out the Bishop Tourism Office website for a bit more information and climbing suggestions at the Gorge.
