Booroomba Rocks is a granite climbing area in the Australian Capital Territory

Australian Capital Territory

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, particularly noted for its slab climbing. The rocks are divided into several areas, the most prominent being North Buttress, Middle Rocks, and South Buttress.

History

The area was first approached from Booroomba Station. However, it was not until Honeysuckle Creek Tracking Station, and the associated Apollo Road, was opened, that the area became feasible as a climbing area. Booroomba's first climb was the solo Aitchison's needle, climbed in 1966 by Peter Aitchison.

External links

• Booroomba at the Climbing Australia website