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Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO

Andy Wants Some Candy

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

Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 26 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

98°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 98°

Storm chance

3% afternoon

Wind

10 mph W

UV index

4.7 moderate

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

5ft

High point

5,264ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Andy Wants Some Candy is an 85-foot (26 m) sport climbing route located in Rifle Arch, just north of Rifle, Colorado. The route grades 5.10a and is situated on the sandstone slabs of the Grand Hogback. It is bolted with 10 bolts and a 2-bolt anchor. The climb begins between two white water streaks, leading to the right-hand streak where climbers use wide feet and delicate moves to reach a mono-pocket. From there, the route pulls over a small overlap. The area offers parking and is pet friendly. Climbing in Rifle Arch generally features high-quality sandstone with black and brown varnish, though rock quality can vary. The region sees less traffic than Rifle Mountain Park proper.

Trail profile

Gain

5 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,264 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,259 ft
2Climbing Route5,259 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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