Rock Climbing · Silverton, CO
Dead Can Dance
Before you go
Live · nearest station Telluride, 13 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.
Mostly Cloudy
Feels like 59°
Trailhead temp
54° est. at 10,258 ft
Storm chance
7% tonight
Wind
5 mph E
UV index
0 low
Sun window
6:21 am to 8:10 pm
Distance
—
Elevation gain
82ft
High point
10,282ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Dead Can Dance is a rock climbing area in Silverton, Colorado, located at 10,258 feet. It offers easy routes suitable for climbers of various skill levels. The site features a parking area and allows pets. Climbing is possible year-round, from January to December. A typical visit lasts approximately four hours. The specific route described on Mountain Project is a 100-foot trad climb on an arete with big holds. It uses bolts and pro to 0.5 inches. Access involves a bolted gate marked no trespassing, indicating private property. Silverton is situated in the San Juan Mountains with rugged granite and volcanic formations. The area experiences alpine conditions, including sudden temperature drops and afternoon thunderstorms in summer. Altitude ranges from 9,000 to over 13,000 feet nearby. The location is isolated with light crowds.
Trail profile
Gain
82 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
10,282 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 4, 2025Verified
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