Bulges of Munge

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Bulges of Munge is a sport climbing route located on the Meat Wall in Rifle Mountain Park, near Rifle, Colorado. The route is rated difficult, specifically 5.10c on the YDS scale. It is a single-pitch climb that begins by ascending a face and a small, left-facing corner to reach a large depression. From the depression, climbers traverse over a small roof on the right side before continuing up a technical face. The climbing line stays to the left of the bolt line until the final bolt, where it crosses to the right. The route uses bolts for protection. The area is accessible year-round, though Rifle Mountain Park sees heavy traffic on weekends from May through September. Parking is available for visitors, and pets are permitted. The elevation is listed as 5,655 feet in the database, though the broader climbing area is noted at 7,085 feet.