Bayamón 1
Also known as Bayamon Viejo, this is one of the first climbing areas developed in Puerto Rico. Here you will find about 34 climbing routes with grades ranging from 5.6 to 5.13a.  All routes are sport routes and are no longer than 50 feet, so a 50 meter rope will do. This area was abandoned after Bayamon 2 started being developed. The access is a little deteriorated due to lack of use and the parking area is not the safest, but the routes are well equipped and very fun to climb on.
Equipment necessary: 60m rope / 12 quick draws Rock type: limestone

Routes: all sport routes; well protected; chains on most anchors; pockets, sidepulls, underclings, and pinches are the norm; short routes with a crux section in the middle are the most common; three climbing areas, best area is at the top

Must Do’s:

  • No mas pascuales (5.11a)
  • Hot lips (5.10b)
  • Samantha (5.11a)
  • Amarilis (5.10c)
  • Simba (5.12b

Directions: On Highway 5 South, exit at road 29. Pass 3rd stoplight (Plaza Del Sol Mall) and make a right on the 4th stoplight. Go to the end of the road where the road turns sharp left and park near the corner (close to houses). Look into the jungle on the steep side of the corner and you should find a ladder, walk up the ladder, turn right as you reach the top (go past two routes to your left), keep walking straight and always keep to your left until you reach first climbing area (short walk).

Camping: not recommended; not safe

Dangers: always watch out for bee and wasp hives; always park near the houses

 

BAYAMON 1 CLIMBING GUIDE

Climbing Areas:
Relincho, Juana Díaz Bayamon 2 Ciales Rosario, San German