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Map Reference: NZ591097 This small quarry is about 320m S.S.E of Captain Cook’s Monument and few metres below the main footpath which slants down the hill (a small holly bush above the quarry is a useful marker). The routes reach a maximum height of 5m, and offer a few lower grade problems in a quiet spot with a superb outlook. Many of these areas have been climbed on over the years but there were no recorded ascents until Tony Marr revisited in February 1999 and recorded his ascents. Only the best of the many variations are included here. The climbs are described left to right. Mini Guide: Capt Cook's Area Mini Guide (PDF)
1. Bewit 4m VD The slabby aręte on the left side of the quarry. Tony Marr 7th February 1999 (Solo).
2. Lure 5m VD Gain the obvious shelf on the left side of the main wall and follow the ramp rightwards. Tony Marr 7th February 1999 (Solo).
3. Hawkeye 5m 4c Ascend the old peg crack with interest. Sandy jamming! Tony Marr 7th February 1999 (Solo).
4. Falco 5m 5a Climb the wall and rock scar just right of Hawkeye. Tony Marr 7th February 1999 (Solo).
5. Eyasses 5m 4c The crack in the aręte. Tony Marr 7th February 1999 (Solo).
6. Jesses 4m VD The aręte on its slabby right side. Tony Marr 7th February 1999 (Solo).
Just to the right is Easy Crack, a convenient descent route.
A few metres to the right, is a smooth compact wall.
7. Gyr 5m 5a Gain a small shelf then climb the centre of the smooth wall. Delicate. Tony Marr 7th February 1999 (Solo).
8. Wild Side 4m S The awkward chimney. Tony Marr 7th February 1999 (Solo).
9. Antz 4m HS Climb the wall to the right of the chimney. Tony Marr 7th February 1999 (Solo).
Bouldering
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