The Santiam Pinnacle is a unique tall roadside outcrop rock formation that has entertained rock climbers since the 1960s. This outcrop is easy to miss when driving along Highway 20, because the formation is slightly hidden amongst the trees, even though it's very close to the road. The standard South Face Route is by far the best rock climb here and it is definitely worth the ascent.

There are ultimately two common sources for directions and beta for this site:
1. Northwest Oregon Rock

2. Rock Climbing Oregon, by Adam Bolf and Ben Ruef

One very old guidebook details a bit about this site (primarily historical reference): A Climbing Guide to Oregon, by Nick Dodge (print date 1973)

Services: The nearest gas station is located in Sweet Home, Oregon.

Amenities: The nearest grocery stores are in Sweet Home, also. This town has a minor selection of fast-food eateries, restaurants, and taverns.

Camping: Plenty of free roadside car camping exists along U.S. Hwy 20 (or along the NF gravel roads) in the region near the climbing site. Nearby fee campgrounds are House Rock CG, Fernview CG, and Lost Prairie CG (to name just a few).

Administrative Agency: This area is managed by Sweet Home Ranger District, Sweet Home, OR 97386, 503-367-5168.

Seasonal Factors: The climbing site is usually available from June-October (3500' elevation).

Climbing Precautions: Wear a helmet.

Road access conditions: Primary paved road travels past this site, but the road is closed in winter (snowpack),