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Rock Climbing · Silverton, CO

Creature of Habit

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 9 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

61°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 61°

Trailhead temp

53° est. at 11,109 ft

Storm chance

7% tonight

Wind

5 mph NE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

26ft

High point

11,109ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Creature of Habit is a difficult rock climbing route located in Silverton, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The climb is situated within Cunningham Gulch, specifically at Masters Wall, near the Million Dollar Highway. The route has a grade of 7b and is classified as difficult, requiring skill and physical endurance. The area offers parking and allows pets. Climbers can access the site year-round, with conditions suitable for visits from January through December. The elevation of the climbing area is listed as 5,598 feet in some records, while other data places the broader Silverton area higher; however, the specific spot is accessible and convenient for local climbers. The rock type varies, offering options beyond just granite, with route lengths ranging from 30 feet to approximately 1,400 feet. Most routes in the vicinity are sport climbs, though other types exist. The area receives both sun and shade, contributing to its year-round usability.

Trail profile

Gain

26 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

11,109 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start11,106 ft
2Climbing Route11,083 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 4, 2025Verified

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