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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

Buckets of Rain

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 12 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

78°

Smoky

Feels like 78°

Trailhead temp

67° est. at 11,924 ft

Wind

0 mph

UV index

6.6 high

Sun window

6:20 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

67ft

High point

11,924ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Buckets of Rain is a rock climbing area located near Ouray, Colorado, on the Western Slope. It features difficult routes suitable for experienced climbers. The site offers parking and allows pets. While specific route counts vary by source, the area is recognized for its solid rock and challenging terrain within the San Juan Mountains.

Trail profile

Gain

67 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

11,924 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start11,900 ft
2Climbing Route11,857 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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