Pantoney's Crown
Gardens of Stone National Park
Summit the iconic sandstone mesa of Pantoney's Crown in the Gardens of Stone.
The expedition
Overview
Reach the summit of Pantoney's Crown, one of the most iconic and challenging landmarks in the Gardens of Stone National Park. This hike involves significant navigation skills and rock scrambling to reach the isolated sandstone mesa.
Challenge Details
Challenge submission officially opens on the 1st of October 2026. Participants must successfully navigate to and summit the crown to complete this objective.
Safety Notes
- This is a remote and challenging hike requiring off-track navigation experience.
- Ensure you have adequate water and a reliable GPS/map.
- Check local weather and park alerts before departing.
Note: If starting from the North side, you will need permission from the landowners as it starts off in Private Property. I can liase you with the owners if needed.
Your objectives
Reach the highest point of Pantoney's Crown.
Patches & badges
Complete this challenge to earn a Hikezilla patch (badges coming soon).
Recent completions
Soon: see fellow members who recently finished this quest.