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Rock Climbing · Silverton, CO

East Couloir

moderateSpring 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
Go prepared

Storms build later today. Plan an early finish.

46°

Chance of Rain

Feels like 44°

Storm chance

50% tonight

Wind

5 mph ESE

Distance

Elevation gain

9ft

High point

9,451ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

East Couloir is a moderate rock climbing route located near Silverton, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The route sits at an elevation of 9,451 feet and offers a challenging ascent for climbers. Accessible year-round, the climb typically takes around four hours to complete. Parking is available at the trailhead, and pets are permitted. The route serves as an alternative to the Northeast Ridge/East Face summer route, though it is not recommended during summer or fall due to rockfall. Climbers should prepare for varying conditions depending on the season.

Trail profile

Gain

9 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

9,451 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,442 ft
2Climbing Route9,442 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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