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Upper Measles Wall

natural crag in New York. Check officially sourced parking.

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Access, closures, permits & safety

Access

Use the Measles Walls climber path and continue to the upper cliff. Use the named-sector guide to locate Upper Measles Wall; avoid unofficial shortcuts and check signs at the final approach.

Parking

Use the DEC Crane Mountain trailhead parking reached from Ski Hi Road; the road and lot can be rough or capacity-limited.

Permits & access rules

DEC reported all Adirondack climbing routes open as of August 1, 2026, after seasonal peregrine closures. Check the current DEC route-closure page and signs before climbing. Confirm current notices at the site before climbing.

Safety

Crane Mountain approaches are steep and can be brushy. The Measles walls have short traditional and top-rope routes; inspect protection and anchors.

Closures and permit rules can change without notice. Recheck the official land manager before departure.

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Visit information and facilities

Editorially reviewedVerification sources 3Last checked 2026-10-03

Available facilities

  • ✓ Parking

Access, permits, seasonal closures and parking conditions can change.

Address
New York, United States
Climbing styles
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About this crag

Upper Measles Wall is the upper named Measles cliff, distinct from the lower wall

Recommended equipment

Bring equipment appropriate to the climbing style and local conditions. A helmet is strongly recommended.

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