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Rock Climbing · Durango, CO

Durango Smurfcock's Dilemma

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

Live · nearest station Durango, 1 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

89°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 89°

Wind

5 mph S

UV index

8.2 very high

Sun window

6:23 am to 8:10 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 67°.

Distance

Elevation gain

735ft

High point

6,821ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Durango Smurfcock's Dilemma is a rock climbing area located near Durango, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site features moderate routes suitable for climbers with some experience. The elevation is listed as 6,821 feet in the database, though the existing description cites 5,980 feet. Parking is available on site, and the area is pet-friendly. Access is possible year-round, from January through December. Climbers can expect to spend approximately 4 hours completing the routes.

Trail profile

Gain

735 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

6,821 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start6,821 ft
2Climbing Route6,086 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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