Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO
Calving Season
Before you go
Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 14 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.
Mostly Sunny
Feels like 84°
Wind
5 mph ESE
UV index
6 high
Sun window
6:21 am to 8:16 pm
Colorado River near Cameo is running 1,660 cfs, water 70°.
Distance
—
Elevation gain
3ft
High point
4,800ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Calving Season is a rock climbing route located on Big Johnny Wall in Palisade, Colorado. The site sits at an elevation of 4,800 feet and offers moderate difficulty routes suitable for climbers with some experience. The primary feature is an 85-foot dihedral crack that ascends the farthest right side of the wall. Climbers scramble up a ravine to reach a small, flat belay station before beginning the climb. The route features good to marginal protection and requires a standard rack with runners, including up to a #3 Friend. A horn on the left side halfway up can be slung and extended. After climbing vertically past a slabby ledge, the route tops out near a tree used as an anchor. Rappelling from this tree allows for minimal rope drag. Parking is available at the site, and pets are permitted. The area remains accessible year-round.
Trail profile
Gain
3 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
4,800 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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