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Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO

Believe It

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, 22 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

71°

Smoky

Feels like 71°

Wind

5 mph SE

UV index

3.9 moderate

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

10ft

High point

5,673ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Believe It is a difficult rock climbing route located in Rifle Mountain Park, near Rifle, Colorado. The site sits at an elevation of approximately 5,654 feet. The climbing features limestone from the Leadville formation, characterized by pocket and tufa-riddled stone that is often described as soft or glassy. Routes here are typically long, complex endurance climbs on large, flat holds, pockets, and crimps. The area is known for having a high concentration of 5.12 and up grades, with fewer moderate options due to silt and moss covering lower-angled rock faces. Access is available year-round, though the area sees significant traffic on weekends from May through September. Parking is available on-site, and pets are permitted. Climbers should expect to spend around four hours on routes. The rock quality varies, with some areas offering blocky cave climbing and others featuring smooth pockets.

Trail profile

Gain

10 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,673 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,663 ft
2Climbing Route5,673 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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