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Rock Climbing · Telluride, CO

Drop In

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, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

85°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 85°

Trailhead temp

74° est. at 11,812 ft

Storm chance

7% afternoon

Wind

5 mph SSW

UV index

4.2 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

20ft

High point

11,818ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Drop In is a rock climbing area in Telluride, Colorado, located at an elevation of 11,812 feet. The site offers difficult routes that require skill and physical endurance. Climbers can access the area year-round, with parking available for vehicles. The location is pet friendly, though some nearby routes like those in Cracked Canyon involve steep approaches over loose scree and boulders. The climbing features a mix of traditional multi-pitch routes and sport climbs. Notable history includes classic test pieces established in the 1970s by climbers such as Royal Robbins, Lynn Hill, and Charlie Fowler. The area is part of the San Juan Mountains, known for jagged peaks and extensive wall faces. Climbers should be aware of winter snow and ice from January to March, as well as summer heat from June to August. The routes are generally solid rock, though access can be affected by private land boundaries and avalanche paths.

Trail profile

Gain

20 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

11,818 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start11,818 ft
2Climbing Route11,798 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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