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Rock Climbing · Crested Butte, CO

Dead Elephants

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

Live · nearest station Aspen, 23 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

80°

Thunderstorms

Feels like 80°

Trailhead temp

76° est. at 8,958 ft

Storm chance

18% tonight

Wind

5 mph NW

UV index

1 low

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:10 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

3ft

High point

8,963ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Dead Elephants is a rock climbing area located in Crested Butte, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site features moderate difficulty routes and sits at an elevation of 8,958 feet. Access is straightforward with parking available on-site. The area is pet-friendly. While the climbing season is generally year-round, winter conditions require additional preparation. The specific rock type and route count are not detailed in the available evidence, though the area is distinct from the nearby Skyland Boulders and Taylor Canyon.

Trail profile

Gain

3 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

8,963 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start8,960 ft
2Climbing Route8,963 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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