Owen River Gorge Take One

It was a late start on Friday as we accidentally drove north of the Owen River Gorge entrance. Driving on the 395 from Bishop towards Mammoth Lakes, you should take the Paradise Swall Meadows exit and not the more appropriately named Owens River Gorge exit which will actually spit you out atht the north side of the gorge. After finally finding the correct exit from the 395, we arrived at the 2nd parking area with a steep downward approach. The temperature was cold, probably the 40s and we only had time to do one climb. I lead Clip Jr 5.6. It was so cold my fingers became numb halfway up. I realized this as I was able to torque my fingers into holds without much pain at all. The return ascent back up to the car was killer on the quads. I'll need to return to this place when the sun is out and the temps are warmer.