Best Cannon Cliff
The Black Dike is a classic winter climbing route on Cannon Cliff in New Hampshire's Franconia Notch. It follows a prominent dark cleft and can involve rock, ice, and mixed climbing, with conditions changing substantially according to temperature and snowfall. The route is intended for experienced w...
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Canonical northeastern winter route with immense history, striking natural line, mixed-climbing character, exposure, and enduring national classic status.
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Cannon Cliff is a prominent granite cliff located in Franconia Notch State Park within the White Mountains of New Hampshire. As one of the most significant alpine rock climbing destinations in the northeastern United States, it presents challenging, multi-pitch traditional routes. The cliff face is...
