Where Mercy Reigns

Start up relatively easy, broken rock to a short slabby section followed by a roof. Turn the roof near its right side (crux) and follow bolts to the chains shared with

Where Love Ran Red

. The Calderone guide rates this flat-out 5.11, but both my partner and I thought it barely 5.10; I’m guessing we either veered off-line or discovered a sequence that alluded the FA party. In any event, don’t let the grade in the Calderone guide keep you from trying the route – it’s worth doing if in the area.

Next bolted route uphill (right) of

Where Love Ran Red.

Draws. Rap or lower from chains.