Rock Climbing · Grand Junction, CO
Brown Chicken Brown Cow
Before you go
Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 2 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.
Partly Sunny
Feels like 98°
Storm chance
2% afternoon
Wind
5 mph NW
UV index
6.2 high
Sun window
6:22 am to 8:16 pm
Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 585 cfs, water 74°.
Distance
—
Elevation gain
99ft
High point
4,777ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Brown Chicken Brown Cow is a rock climbing destination located near Grand Junction on the Western Slope of Colorado. The site features moderate difficulty routes, making it suitable for climbers with intermediate skills. The elevation is listed as 4,672 feet in the database, though one source cites 5,574 feet. Parking is available at the site, and it allows pets. The area offers year-round accessibility, with climbing possible from January through December. Visitors typically spend around four hours exploring the routes. The region is known for jaggy red rocks, exposed cliff faces, technical boulders, and crack climbing. Specific local geology includes granite canyon walls and sandstone blocks. Climbers can find support from local shops like Summit Canyon Mountaineering and REI, as well as the Western Colorado Climbers' Coalition for access updates.
Trail profile
Gain
99 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
4,777 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
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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