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Giant's Castle Pass 17 Jan 2011 15:36 #2341

One of the most identifiable passes around, Giant's Castle Pass is a short, steep and loose pass which is most often used to climb Giant's Castle itself. The gully can be seen from as far back as the lodge and looks fairly bland. Once in the throat of the pass, however, some very impressive buttresses and cliffs tower above you.

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Giant's Castle Pass 01 Feb 2011 20:48 #2342

A useful winter cave,damp in summer, is on the left hand side ascending, shortly before the impressive crack/gulley on that side. This is all about 120 metres (?) below the head of the pass.

Re: Giant's Castle Pass 03 Feb 2011 07:03 #2348

Yes, 120m sounds about right. By the way, we managed to squeeze our isodome tent into the cave, both the inner and outer. We slept 4 in the tent that night, a bit of a squeeze but it was snug and warm. It is always a good idea to know of these little caves if the weather turns sour.

Re: Giant's Castle Pass 11 Feb 2011 09:55 #2387

There is another cave on the opposite side of the gully at this point, more or less the same level, but not visible at that point. Involves a traverse on a steep scree slope to get there. Very roomy, with a large boulder which crashed down at the opening. Sleeping area only allows for 3 comfortable places though.
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Re: Giant's Castle Pass 12 Feb 2011 04:10 #2390

I did not realize there was a second cave on the other side. One wonders how many good caves there are sitting in side valleys that no one uses and never know about. I know that there are some with really good caves with paintings like Eland Cave which are not marked on the maps. And in this case for good reason.

Re: Giant's Castle Pass 14 Feb 2011 13:42 #2394

Yip, exactly, re: Eland Cave and other rock art sites! Nor do I appreciate material where their exact locations are made known.
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