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Upper Beer Wall
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Access, closures, permits & safety
Use the Chapel Pond Pass map to identify the established approach to Upper Beer Wall; different cliffs start from different Route 73 trailheads. Follow marked trails and avoid creating a new shortcut.
NYSDEC identifies the Chapel Pond Parking Area on Route 73, 6.2 miles north of I-87 Exit 30. Use a legal designated lot for the selected trail and do not park on a prohibited road shoulder.
NYSDEC reported all Adirondack climbing routes open as of August 1, 2026, including the Chapel Pond area. Check the current route-closure page and local signs before climbing because nesting restrictions may return.
DEC advises checking weather and conditions before entering the backcountry. Bring appropriate protection, a descent plan and a partner; wet or icy slabs require extra care.
Closures and permit rules can change without notice. Recheck the official land manager before departure.
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- New York, United States
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About this crag
Upper Beer Wall is an upper sector of the Beer Walls in the Chapel Pond Pass climbing corridor of New York’s Adirondacks. The linked climbing map or guide identifies this formation.
Recommended equipment
Bring equipment appropriate to the climbing style and local conditions. A helmet is strongly recommended.
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