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Rock Climbing · Telluride, CO

Carcass Crack

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 2 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

84°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 84°

Trailhead temp

80° est. at 9,839 ft

Storm chance

7% afternoon

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

4.1 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:12 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

26ft

High point

9,839ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Carcass Crack is a rock climbing route located in Telluride, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The route is classified as easy difficulty, making it accessible for climbers of varying skill levels. The site sits at an elevation of 9,839 feet. Practical amenities include available parking and pet-friendly conditions. The climbing season is open year-round, and the estimated duration for the ascent is approximately four hours.

Trail profile

Gain

26 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

9,839 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,813 ft
2Climbing Route9,836 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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