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Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO

Carnivore

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

Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 24 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

98°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 98°

Storm chance

3% afternoon

Wind

10 mph W

UV index

5 moderate

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

67ft

High point

5,875ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Carnivore is a sport climbing route in Rifle Mountain Park, located near Rifle, Colorado. The climb features 90 feet of limestone with a difficulty rating of 11d to 12a. The route begins with pocket pulling and transitions into sustained, steepening rock. Climbers encounter crimps, pinches, and sidepulls before reaching a slab climax near the top. The area offers parking and allows pets. Access is available year-round, though the park sees higher traffic on weekends from May through September. The elevation of the climbing area is approximately 5,808 feet.

Trail profile

Gain

67 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,875 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,808 ft
2Climbing Route5,875 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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