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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

Chinese Water Torture

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 7 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

84°

Smoky

Feels like 84°

Trailhead temp

73° est. at 11,835 ft

Storm chance

7% afternoon

Wind

5 mph SSW

UV index

4.3 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

4ft

High point

11,835ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Chinese Water Torture is a rock climbing area in Ouray, Colorado, located on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 11,835 feet and features moderate difficulty routes. Access includes on-site parking and allows pets. Climbing activity is available year-round, spanning from January to December. The area is part of the broader Ouray climbing network, which includes varied terrain with sport and trad options. The moderate rating suggests the climbs require more than basic beginner skills but remain accessible to experienced climbers.

Trail profile

Gain

4 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

11,835 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start11,831 ft
2Climbing Route11,834 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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