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Rock Climbing · Glenwood Springs, CO

El Lagarto Borracho

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, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

96°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 96°

Storm chance

3% afternoon

Wind

10 mph W

UV index

4.2 moderate

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:12 pm

Roaring Fork at Glenwood Springs is running 550 cfs, water 63°.

Distance

Elevation gain

788ft

High point

6,242ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

El Lagarto Borracho is a sport climbing route located in the Quartzite Wasteland area near Glenwood Springs, Colorado. The route is rated 5.10d PG-13 and consists of six bolts with gear options. It is situated on quartzite, a rock type described as compact and unique for the Western Slope. The area receives morning and mid-day sun, with shade arriving by early afternoon. Parking is available on-site, and pets are permitted. The route is part of a developed climbing area that offers quality climbs suitable for a half-day outing.

Trail profile

Gain

788 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

6,242 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start6,237 ft
2Climbing Route5,454 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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