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Rock Climbing · Grand Mesa, CO

Coyote Ugly, et al.

difficultFeaturedSpring 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, 21 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

89°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 89°

Trailhead temp

70° est. at 10,218 ft

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

7.8 high

Sun window

6:19 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

10ft

High point

10,230ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Coyote Ugly is a rock climbing destination on Grand Mesa, Western Colorado. The area features Windgate Sandstone cliffs with solid rock suitable for crack and face climbing. Routes are rated difficult, with specific lines like the 5.10+ trad route Coyote Ugly offering full-pitch challenges. The formation is located near Bear Gulch Reservoir, accessible from the east side of the Monument via the Moses Spring trailhead. Parking is available in the Bear Gulch lot. The site provides shade, making it a viable option for summer climbing. Climbers should be prepared for variable weather conditions and moderate overgrowth between routes. The area is pet friendly and open year-round.

Trail profile

Gain

10 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

10,230 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start10,220 ft
2Climbing Route10,230 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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