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Rock Climbing · Glenwood Springs, CO

Black Beauty

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, 4 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

79°

Smoky

Feels like 79°

Wind

5 mph SSE

UV index

5.3 moderate

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:12 pm

Roaring Fork at Glenwood Springs is running 539 cfs, water 58°.

Distance

Elevation gain

23ft

High point

7,169ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Black Beauty is a difficult rock climbing destination located near Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Situated at an elevation of 7,157 feet, the site offers challenging routes that require a significant level of skill and physical fitness. The area is accessible year-round, with climbing possible from January through December, although winter conditions may affect route accessibility. Parking is available at the base of the climb, and the site is pet-friendly.

Trail profile

Gain

23 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

7,169 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start7,169 ft
2Climbing Route7,146 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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