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Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO

Dope Party

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, 22 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

71°

Smoky

Feels like 71°

Wind

5 mph SE

UV index

3.9 moderate

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

80ft

High point

6,403ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Dope Party is a rock climbing area within Rifle Mountain Park near Rifle, Colorado. The site is characterized by difficult sport climbing routes, with specific routes graded as high as 5.12d. The climbing features blocky limestone from the Leadville formation, offering varied terrain from slightly overhanging to very overhanging walls. Key climbing features include large flat holds, pockets, crimps, and pinches. The area is situated at an elevation of 6,323 feet. Practical amenities include available parking and a pet-friendly environment. Access is year-round, though the broader Rifle Mountain Park area sees heavy traffic on weekends from May through September. The climbing style is primarily sport climbing, and the routes are noted for being long and complex endurance efforts.

Trail profile

Gain

80 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

6,403 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start6,323 ft
2Climbing Route6,403 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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