Over 800' of climbing.  Crux becomes a curtain later in the season  Practcing placing screws on steep terrain: The lower curtain
This route is a long bushy gully on the south side of Straight Canyon, with three sweet curtain/steps. It will be in the shade all day, and takes a while to climb and descend.
The Route:
Climb some small steps and bulges to a 25 ft. curtain. More easy climbing and bushwacking leads to a pair of 30 ft. steps. The ice usually ends in the rock layer above.Getting There
In Straight Canyon, park and cross the stream on a log at mile mark 5.9, or cross the stream directly at milemark 6 and head directly up the gully.
DescentScramble and down climb rapping off trees where needed.
Essential GearThe usual ice gear. You may want a rope, if not comfortable downclimbing WI4.
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Wasatch Range (South)
