Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO
Captain Potsdorf
Before you go
Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 24 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.
Partly Sunny
Feels like 98°
Storm chance
3% afternoon
Wind
10 mph W
UV index
4.7 moderate
Sun window
6:18 am to 8:14 pm
Distance
—
Elevation gain
14ft
High point
5,496ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Captain Potsdorf is a specific sport climbing route located in Rifle Mountain Park, Rifle, Colorado. The route consists of limestone climbing with a difficulty rating of difficult. It is a 40-foot ascent featuring five glue-ins leading to chained anchors. The climbing profile involves clipping a low first bolt, moving up to a second bolt, and navigating reachy pulls around a bulge to reach the anchors. The site offers parking and permits pets. Access is available year-round. The broader Rifle Mountain Park area is known for high-quality limestone sport climbing, particularly in the 5.12 grade and above, though easier routes are also present.
Trail profile
Gain
14 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
5,496 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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