Cathedral Ledge is the centerpiece of the granite mecca that is North Conway. It is also a historic location for New Hampshire climbing, with first ascents dating back to the 1930s. Cathedral Ledge is a classic old-school trad area, where even the bolted "sport" climbs might feature some runouts a couple grades lower than the crux. The typical season runs from May through October. This comprehensive guide details 174 routes (over 300 pitches) from 5.5 to 5.14a. Every route has at least one photo and line, and the map is fully geo-referenced to show you where you are.