Rock Climbing · Crested Butte, CO

Escape Hatch

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

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Before you go

Live · nearest station Aspen, 22 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

88°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 88°

Trailhead temp

83° est. at 9,478 ft

Storm chance

2% afternoon

Wind

5 mph NNW

UV index

5.5 moderate

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:10 pm

Distance

—

Elevation gain

36ft

High point

9,491ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Escape Hatch is a moderate rock climbing spot located in Crested Butte, Western Colorado. The site features a boulder approximately 10 feet high, situated at an elevation of 9,478 feet. Climbers ascend the northwest arete of Joint Rock to reach the Blunt Boy face. The route is accessible year-round, with typical outings lasting around four hours. Parking is available on site, and pets are permitted. Access requires entering from the north due to private property restrictions at the southern entrance. Protection is provided by pads. The area offers climbing opportunities for those with some experience, though the difficulty can increase if climbers continue to the top of the arete.

Trail profile

Gain

36 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

9,491 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,491 ft

2Climbing Route9,455 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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