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Rock Climbing · Montrose, CO

Bad-Dog Dihedral

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

Live · nearest station Montrose, 1 mi
Go prepared

Storms build later today. Plan an early finish.

66°

Thunderstorms

Feels like 66°

Storm chance

62% tonight

Wind

5 mph SSW

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:23 am to 8:09 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

69ft

High point

5,425ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Bad-Dog Dihedral is a sport climbing route located near Montrose, Colorado, at an elevation of 5,356 feet. The climb is approximately 40 feet (12 meters) long and is rated as difficult. The route consists of three bolts and a two-bolt anchor. Climbers start by ascending to clip the first bolt of the adjacent 'Simple Physics' route, then move up and left into an irregular crack. The climb involves harder moves to reach the second bolt, followed by laybacking moves to the third bolt before topping out at a stance with chains. Parking is available, and pets are allowed. The route is accessible year-round.

Trail profile

Gain

69 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,425 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,356 ft
2Climbing Route5,425 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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