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Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO

El Chapo

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, 27 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

94°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 94°

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

6.6 high

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

60ft

High point

5,538ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

El Chapo is a rock climbing area in Rifle Mountain Park, located near Rifle, Colorado. The site features limestone sport routes with a difficult rating, making it suitable for experienced climbers. Routes at El Chapo range from slightly overhanging to very steep, characterized by large flat holds, pockets, and crimps. The climbing is generally long and requires endurance. Parking is available on site, and the area is pet friendly. Access is year-round, though the wider Rifle Mountain Park area sees higher traffic on weekends from May through September. The climbing walls are part of the Leadville limestone formation, offering a concentration of high-grade sport routes.

Trail profile

Gain

60 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,538 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,478 ft
2Climbing Route5,538 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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