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Rock Climbing · Grand Junction, CO

Big Blocky Face variation

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

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

98°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 98°

Storm chance

2% afternoon

Wind

5 mph NW

UV index

7.2 high

Sun window

6:22 am to 8:16 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 585 cfs, water 74°.

Distance

Elevation gain

748ft

High point

5,823ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Big Blocky Face variation is a trad climbing route located on the Grand Mesa near Grand Junction, Colorado. The route serves as an alternative ending to the main Big Blocky line, offering a sporty departure from the traditional crack climbing. Climbers start at the same base as Big Blocky, then break right after stepping into the crack above a detached block to access a bolted face. The climb involves ascending from fists to thin hands before clipping two bolts to reach the chains. The route is approximately 50 feet long. Parking is available at the site, and pets are permitted. The area is accessible year-round, though winter conditions may require additional precautions.

Trail profile

Gain

748 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,823 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,823 ft
2Climbing Route5,075 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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