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Rock Climbing · Grand Mesa, CO

Angel of Harlem

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

Live · nearest station Delta County, 21 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

89°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 89°

Trailhead temp

70° est. at 10,388 ft

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

8 very high

Sun window

6:19 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

7ft

High point

10,388ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Angel of Harlem is a rock climbing route located on Grand Mesa, Colorado, on the Western Slope near Grand Junction. The route is classified as difficult and sits at an elevation of 10,388 feet. Parking is available at the site, and the area is pet friendly. Access is via US Highway 50 east of Grand Junction or I-70 Exit 49 south on CO Highway 65, leading to the Palisade Lobe area. The climbing takes place on basalt rock formed from volcanic flows, which provides steep walls and good rock quality. The route is accessible year-round, though winter conditions require additional preparation. Pets are permitted.

Trail profile

Gain

7 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

10,388 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start10,381 ft
2Climbing Route10,381 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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