The Royal Arches, Yosemite CA The Arches Route 5.7 A1 or 5.9 In May of 2001 Jan & Erik climbed the Royal Arches. Below are some photos of the last part of the climb moving out of the forest and then enjoying the views from the top of Washingtons Column.

Below: Jan climbing out of the forest
	Above: Jan on the summit of the Column
Left: Jan & Erik top Column .

The Royal Arches Route