ESPOLONES DE SAN GABRIEL

This cliffs are in the gorge that crosses the road just before reaching San Gabriel. Hike up easily. The rock is quite rotten, but there is one outstanding route: Historia Sin Fin, a marvellous offwidth. 

Andrés in Historia sin fin, photo: M.W. Historia Sin Fin

 

  • Location: Before San Gabriel in the Cajón de Maipo, see map Cajón de Maipo
  • Access: 15-30min from car
  • Rock: Granite, loose
  • Routes: about 10
  • Grades: 5.5-5.12
  • Characteristics: Cracks, some face
  • Height: until 100m
  • Equipment: Few bolts in place, take gear, large friends
  • Exposure: all
  • Season: September to May, depending on river charge