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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

Dunce

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 10 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

84°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 84°

Storm chance

7% afternoon

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

5 moderate

Sun window

6:20 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

46ft

High point

9,163ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Dunce is a rock climbing area near Ouray, Colorado, situated at an elevation of 7,916 feet. The routes are classified as moderate difficulty, making them suitable for climbers with some experience. Parking is available on-site, and the site is pet-friendly. Access is year-round, allowing for climbing from January through December. The location is part of the broader Ouray climbing region, which features solid rock and varied terrain.

Trail profile

Gain

46 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

9,163 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,117 ft
2Climbing Route9,160 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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