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Rock Climbing · Durango, CO

Cheesey Bug

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

Live · nearest station Durango, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

83°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 83°

Wind

5 mph SSE

UV index

7.8 high

Sun window

6:23 am to 8:10 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 65°.

Distance

Elevation gain

88ft

High point

6,729ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Cheesey Bug is a rock climbing area located near Durango, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site offers moderate difficulty routes suitable for climbers with some experience. It sits at an elevation of 6,641 feet. Parking is available on site. The area allows pets. Climbers can access the routes year-round, from January to December. The moderate difficulty and consistent conditions make it a viable option for most of the year, though winter conditions may require additional precautions. The climbing area is part of a broader local scene in Durango, which includes other crags like the Golf Wall and Cascade Canyon.

Trail profile

Gain

88 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

6,729 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start6,641 ft
2Climbing Route6,729 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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