Rock Climbing · Telluride, CO
Contortionist
Before you go
Live · nearest station Telluride, 3 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.
Mostly Cloudy
Feels like 85°
Trailhead temp
77° est. at 10,931 ft
Storm chance
29% afternoon
Wind
5 mph SW
UV index
2.6 low
Sun window
6:21 am to 8:11 pm
Distance
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Elevation gain
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High point
10,955ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
The Contortionist is a sport climbing route located near Telluride on the Western Slope of Colorado. It sits at an elevation of 5,881 feet and is classified as difficult. The route features eight bolts leading to chains and includes a definitive crux located above a roof. First ascended by Paul Emrick and Bruce Eriksen in 2001, the climb requires technical thinking early on before easing up to the roof section. Access is via a road maintained by the Idarado Mine, which owns much of the surrounding land. The area is open to the public with restrictions; climbers must respect private property boundaries and keep a low profile. Parking is available, and the site is pet-friendly. The location offers year-round accessibility, though winter conditions may bring snow and ice to the approach.
Trail profile
Gain
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Avg grade
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Steepest
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High point
10,955 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
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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