The cliffs upstream of the cave have been developed as a sport climbing area with bolted routes ranging from grade 10 to grade 22, so far. Initial development concentrated on easier routes with beginner to intermediate level climbers in mind, with some harder routes being developed more recently. The rock is limestone and is characterised by horizontal breaks. The cliff is in the bush margin with great views out over the farmland and stream below.
Access to the bottom of all the climbs is very easy and the anchors have been placed to make setting up top-rope's quick and simple for your guide, so you get the maximum time on the rock. Top-roping is the safest form of rock climbing. The climber is tied into the rope which runs up through the anchors at the top of the climb and then to the belayer. If the climber slips the rope catches them almost immediately, with the distance of the fall being limited to the amount of stretch in the rope. Usually the belayer is at the bottom of the climb - most indoor climbing halls are set up this way. Sometimes, as in the photo on the right, the belayer is at the top with the anchors.
If you are keen on a caving/abseiling/photography adventure but dont want to include climbing because you are experienced climbers and are travelling with your own gear, you are welcome to use the crag after your adventure, or camp overnight and climb the next day. We can also steer you in the direction of other local climbing areas too.
Experienced local climbers with their own gear are welcome to use the crag but please contact us first.
"Starting Block" - A 10m wall with lots of holds and six 'easy' climbs. A good spot for getting started on rock or warming up.