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Rock Climbing · Grand Mesa, CO

Cheshire Cat

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

Live · nearest station Delta County, 25 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

79°

Smoky

Feels like 79°

Trailhead temp

61° est. at 10,097 ft

Wind

5 mph NW

UV index

6.1 high

Sun window

6:19 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

25ft

High point

10,097ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Cheshire Cat is a 60-foot trad climbing route located on Grand Mesa, specifically within the Land's End Area of the Kaleidoscope Wall. Situated at an elevation of approximately 10,097 feet, the route is classified as difficult (5.10 YDS). It climbs a crack system immediately to the right of the route House of Cards. The climb begins from a ledge, ascending thin cracks and requiring stemmer techniques to reach a stance below a roof. The crux involves pulling over this roof, after which the route continues up a pocketed face with one bolt for protection. The area is accessible year-round, though winter conditions may require additional gear. Parking is available at the site, and pets are permitted.

Trail profile

Gain

25 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

10,097 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start10,075 ft
2Climbing Route10,072 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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