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    1. Outdoor
    2. Rock Climbing
    3. Cracked Open Sky

    Cracked Open Sky

    Rifle, CO 81000
    Rock Climbing
    Difficult
    Featured
    Elevation
    8,487ft
    Duration
    4 hours
    Season
    Jan - Dec
    In Season

    Current Conditions

    Spring climbing conditions. Route may be wet after rainfall. Check weather forecast before climbing.

    Reported 3/3/2025 • Verified

    About

    The Cracked Open Sky climbing area is a difficult destination for experienced rock climbers, situated at an elevation of 8487 feet. Climbers can expect a challenging 4-hour outing, with routes that demand skill and physical endurance. The site is accessible year-round, from January through December, and offers amenities such as parking and allows pets to accompany their owners. The climbing routes are likely to be technical and physically demanding, given the difficult rating, and climbers should be prepared for a strenuous ascent.

    Elevation Profile

    Trail Points

    Parking • 8,487ft

    Approach Start

    Waypoint • 8,596ft

    Climbing Route

    Amenities

    Parking Available
    Pet Friendly
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