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Rock Climbing · Durango, CO

5th Wheel

moderateFeaturedSpring climbing conditions. Route may be wet after rainfall. Check weather forecast before climbing.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Durango, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 7:37 pm.

68°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 68°

Storm chance

10% tonight

Wind

0 mph

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:44 am to 7:37 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 195 cfs and falling, water 67°.

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

6,824ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The 5th Wheel is a rock climbing area located near Durango, Colorado. It features moderate routes suitable for climbers with some experience. The site sits at an elevation of 7,732 feet. Parking is available on site, and pets are permitted. Access to the area is open year-round, from January to December. Climbers can expect to spend approximately four hours completing their chosen route.

Trail profile

Gain

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

6,824 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start6,824 ft
2Climbing Route6,824 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Spring climbing conditions. Route may be wet after rainfall. Check weather forecast before climbing.

Reported Mar 4, 2025Verified

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