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Rock Climbing · Grand Junction, CO

Fire Within

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

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 2 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:17 pm.

84°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 84°

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

6 high

Sun window

6:22 am to 8:17 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 585 cfs, water 72°.

Distance

Elevation gain

4ft

High point

4,568ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Fire Within is a rock climbing area located in Grand Junction, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site features difficult routes that require skill and physical endurance, making it suitable for experienced climbers. The elevation is listed as 4,568 feet in the database, though one source cites 8,758 feet. Parking is available on site, and the area allows pets. The climbing season runs year-round from January through December. Grand Junction’s geology includes jaggy red rocks, exposed cliff faces, technical boulders, and sandstone blocks. Climbers can access routes via Mountain Project, which provides photos and guides. The area is part of the Grand Junction Area climbing region, known for crack climbing routes in nearby Unaweep Canyon and roadside boulders. Current fire maps indicate active wildfire tracking in Colorado, with evacuation orders potentially affecting access depending on the specific zone. The landscape is described as high desert.

Trail profile

Gain

4 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

4,568 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start4,564 ft
2Climbing Route4,564 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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