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Rock Climbing · Silverton, CO

Campground Couloir

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 13 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

84°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 84°

Trailhead temp

72° est. at 12,291 ft

Storm chance

7% afternoon

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

5 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:10 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

3ft

High point

12,316ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Campground Couloir is a rock climbing route located near Silverton, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The climb begins at an elevation of 12,291 feet and is rated as moderate. The approach starts at the South Mineral Creek Trailhead, accessed via US Highway 550 north toward Red Mountain Pass. Travelers take the turnoff for South Mineral Campground on the left side of the road and follow a good quality dirt road for approximately 3.5 miles to reach the site. Parking is available at the trailhead, and the area is pet-friendly. The route consists of multiple pitches, with reports indicating at least three distinct sections. Climbers should be prepared for varying snow and ice conditions, as the site is accessible year-round from January to December. The climb typically takes around 4 hours to complete.

Trail profile

Gain

3 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

12,316 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start12,313 ft
2Climbing Route12,316 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Spring climbing conditions. Route may be wet after rainfall. Check weather forecast before climbing.

Reported Mar 4, 2025Verified

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