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Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO

Crime and Punishment for Life

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

Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 26 mi
Go prepared

Storms build later today. Plan an early finish.

59°

Thunderstorms

Feels like 59°

Storm chance

77% tonight

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

7:00 am to 7:04 pm

Distance

—

Elevation gain

15ft

High point

5,904ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Crime and Punishment for Life is a difficult sport climbing route located in Rifle Mountain Park, Rifle, Colorado. The route sits at an elevation of 5,904 feet. Parking is available at the base, and the area is pet-friendly. Climbers should expect a duration of approximately 4 hours for the route. The area is accessible year-round. Rifle Mountain Park is known for high-quality limestone sport climbing, though this specific route is rated difficult. Visitors must purchase a daily or season entry pass and park in designated areas only.

Trail profile

Gain

15 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

5,904 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,889 ft
2Climbing Route5,889 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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