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Citatah Crag

West Java, Indonesia·

Legendary karst region in Padalarang featuring ancient limestone formations dating back millions of years. Indonesia's premier hub for bouldering exploration and sport climbing in West Java.

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Dense Karst LimestoneRock Type

Stone Typology & Wall Character

Dense Karst Limestone

Texture & Formations: Sharp, compact limestone with deep pockets, massive natural tufas, steep overhang crimps, and solid roof features.

Hold Features: Dominated by steep bouldering caves in Gua Pawon and vertical pocket faces at Cliff 90 & 125.

Macro Rock Texture Detail (Foto Tekstur Batu):
Detail tekstur batu
Close-up macro of weathered prehistoric tropical karst limestone showing microscopic edge incuts, porous water-sculpted friction pockets, and sharp calcite crystallization. Zoom

How to Get There & Meeting Point

Titik Kumpul Utama (Meeting Point):
Saung Panjat Citatah 90 & Warung Bu Titin

Jl. Raya Cipatat No. 90, Gunung Masigit, Kec. Cipatat, Kab. Bandung Barat

"Titik kumpul utama pemanjat sebelum briefing, sewa crash pad, dan registrasi buku tamu."

Driving Access: From Bandung or Jakarta via Tol Purbaleunyi, take the Padalarang Toll exit. Follow Jalan Raya Cipatat towards the Gua Pawon / Citatah area (~15 mins from toll exit). Paved road accessible by two-wheel and four-wheel vehicles.

Hike-In Approach: 5 - 10 min easy approach walk from the basecamp parking area to the cliff base.

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Parking Spot & Retribution Fee

Guarded Area
Motorcycle ParkingRp 5.000
Car ParkingRp 15.000
Official Retribution (Biaya Retribusi Resmi):
Rp 10.000 / orang (Retribusi resmi Kawasan Karst Gua Pawon / Citatah)

Area parkir luas beraspal dan paving block di Saung Panjat Citatah 90 dan pelataran depan Gua Pawon, dijaga oleh pemuda warga lokal.

Who to Contact (Management & Ranger)

Kang Asep Kurnia
Head of Crag Management & FPTI Senior Guide
Basecamp Saung Panjat Citatah 90
Kampung Cibukur RT 02/RW 11, Gunung Masigit, Cipatat, West Bandung Regency
Contact via WhatsApp (+6281234567890)

Accomodation & Facilities

Lodging / Camp: Homestay Saung Panjat (Rp 50.000/malam/orang) & area camping ground terbuka di kaki Tebing 90.
Toilet & Bilas: 3 unit toilet air bersih dan kamar bilas di Basecamp Saung Panjat.
Mushola: Mushola warga Al-Ikhlas berada 50 meter dari titik kumpul saung panjat.
Tempat Makan: Warung Bu Titin & Warung Mang Udin (Nasi timbel, kopi tubruk, mie instan rebus, gorengan hangat, dan air galon isi ulang).

Weather Forecast (Real Time)

Live Conditions
ConditionsPartly Sunny
Avg Temperature26°C - 31°C
Best SeasonMay through October (Dry Season). Sheltered sectors inside Pawon Cave remain climbable during rain.

Rain Advice: Outer cliff faces become slippery during heavy downpours; climbing under sheltered overhangs is recommended when overcast.

Climbing Etiquette & Local Regulations

Hal-hal yang patut diutamakan dan diperhatikan oleh pemanjat sesuai dengan peraturan pemerintah, norma adat, dan etika lingkungan.

1. Peraturan Pemerintah & Izin
  • Wajib mengisi buku registrasi simaksi / kunjungan di basecamp pengelola sebelum memulai pemanjatan.
  • Dilarang melakukan chipping (memahat batu) atau merusak formasi karst alami yang dilindungi cagar budaya Gua Pawon.
  • Wajib mengenakan helm panjat dan menggunakan peralatan standar UIAA/CE yang laik pakai.
2. Norma & Adat Masyarakat
  • Menghormati norma kesopanan warga kampung lokal: mengenakan pakaian pantas saat melintasi pemukiman.
  • Menjaga ketenangan dan tidak menyalakan musik speaker terlalu keras saat malam hari di area camping.
  • Menghindari aktivitas pemanjatan di sektor yang dekat dengan situs pemakaman / petilasan leluhur.
3. Kelestarian Batu & Lingkungan
  • Leave No Trace (LNT): Bawa turun seluruh sampah, puntung rokok, dan sisa tape panjat.
  • Hanya gunakan sikat berbulu lembut (nylon atau bulu babi alami) untuk membersihkan chalk; dilarang keras menggunakan sikat kawat.
  • Tidak membuat api unggun langsung di atas batuan karst agar tidak merusak struktur batuan.

Climbing Sectors (2 Sectors)

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Overview
All Sectors
5 Total Routes
Sector A — Pawon Cave
Sector A — Pawon Cave
3 Routes
Sector B — Cliff 125
Sector B — Cliff 125
2 Routes

Problems & Verified Climbing Routes(5 routes)

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Batu Merah Direct
boulder
V5 (6C)

Batu Merah Direct

Sector A — Pawon Cave

Powerful boulder problem on the red limestone overhang of Pawon Cave. Crux moves through a positive undercling to a dynamic pop for the upper lip.

Height: 4.2m · Holds: 12View Topo →
Pawon Super Crack & Face
lead
5.11b (6c+)

Pawon Super Crack & Face

Sector A — Pawon Cave

Premier sport climbing route at Citatah. Demands forearm endurance and precise footwork on vertical limestone.

Height: 24m · Holds: 36View Topo →
Kuda Laut (Seahorse)
boulder
V6 (7A)

Kuda Laut (Seahorse)

Sector A — Pawon Cave

Steep compression sloper roof problem. Demands strong heel hooking and sustained core tension to pull through the lip mantle.

Height: 3.8m · Holds: 10View Topo →
Tiger Claw
boulder
V7 (7A+)

Tiger Claw

Sector B — Cliff 125

A classic testpiece in Citatah. Explosive dyno from low jugs into an incut pinch, finishing with a technical heel-toe cam.

Height: 4m · Holds: 12View Topo →
Pillar Crimp Boulder
boulder
V8 (7B)

Pillar Crimp Boulder

Sector B — Cliff 125

Highly technical boulder line on a detached karst pillar. Sharp micro-crimps and precise footwork required throughout.

Height: 4m · Holds: 12View Topo →