Ropes and Ladders – Trail Notes

Ropes and Ladders hike with minor recovery assist.

Ropes and Ladders – Trail Notes

A trip to the Ropes and Ladders area in Anza-Borrego. Stayed on the standard route, which uses fixed ropes and small ladders to navigate short drops.

Encountered someone stuck and helped pull them out-simple recovery without complications.

Quick Info

  • Type: Scramble-style hike
  • Location: Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
  • Movement: Ropes + ladders sections

Notes

  • Features fixed aids for small obstacles
  • Common area for basic recoveries

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