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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

A&W's Whipper

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 11 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 7:37 pm.

52°

Mostly Clear

Feels like 52°

Trailhead temp

56° est. at 7,584 ft

Storm chance

12% tonight

Wind

5 mph SE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:42 am to 7:37 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

36ft

High point

7,644ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

A&W's Whipper is a 65-foot rock and ice climbing route located in Ouray, Colorado, specifically within the Uncompahgre Gorge near the Ouray Ice Park and Kids Climbing Wall. Classified as WI2+ PG13, the route offers both traditional (trad) and top-rope (TR) climbing options. The climb is described as a great beginner route due to its manageable length and moderate difficulty, though the crux occurs near the top where the rock face angles outward. Protection is available at anchor points at the summit. The site provides on-site parking and is pet friendly.

Trail profile

Gain

36 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

7,644 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start7,608 ft
2Climbing Route7,644 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified

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