O’ Christmas Tree

Rating: WI5
Length: 120 meters

This ice climb attacks the more prominent and more consistently developed steep overhanging ice on the right side of the Amphitheater. A thick set of icicles drops from a rim on the canyon wall and usually touches down to the fat curtain, Curtain Call, that marks the beginning of this ice climb. Climb through a series of difficult committing icicles to the canyon rim.

FA: Harry Hunt & Steve Davis, December 1995

Anchor: Be prepared for every contingency on this route.

alert icon ALERT: Hunter Creek lies in or adjacent to private property areas. It is uncertain if any access issues exist for this area. Check with the local climbing groups within the community to determine the current access issues for this area. Also, vandalism and theft have been high at times in this secluded area. DO NOT LEAVE VALUABLES IN YOUR VEHICLE UNATTENDED.

Lat: 61 24.673' North
Long: 148 48.595' West

From the fork, hike 500 meters to the Christmas Amphitheater. This route exists on the right side of the amphitheater.

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Christmas Amphitheater 2
Christmas Amphitheater 2