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Rock Climbing · Durango, CO

Barnacle Buster

difficultSpring 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
Go prepared

Storms build later today. Plan an early finish.

93°

Partly Cloudy

Feels like 93°

Storm chance

7% tonight

Wind

10 mph NW

UV index

1.1 low

Sun window

6:23 am to 8:10 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 173 cfs, water 70°.

Distance

Elevation gain

16ft

High point

7,454ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Barnacle Buster is a 45-foot sport climbing route located near Durango, Colorado. The route features eight bolts and climbs a steep black face within a shallow corner. Climbers ascend through steep terrain to reach a hanging corner, where the difficulty increases due to barnacle-like holds. A stickclip is recommended for placing the first bolt. The route was first ascended by I. Altman, E. Poss, and P. Nasca. Parking is available, and pets are permitted. The area is accessible year-round.

Trail profile

Gain

16 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

7,454 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start7,438 ft
2Climbing Route7,454 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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