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Rock Climbing · Durango, CO

Flightless Bird

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

Live · nearest station Durango, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 5:07 pm.

34°

Clear

Feels like 34°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:42 am to 5:07 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 1,930 cfs and falling.

Distance

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Elevation gain

140ft

High point

7,889ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Flightless Bird is a sport climbing route located in Durango, Colorado. The route ascends a prominent right-facing dihedral on a limestone cliff band at an elevation of 7,749 feet. The climb is 70 feet long and features eight bolts leading to a bolted anchor. It is considered the longest and best route among those rated easier than 5.10. The first ascent was completed by Steve Elder, and the route was explored in September 2016. Parking is available for visitors, and pets are allowed on the site.

Trail profile

Gain

140 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

7,889 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start7,749 ft
2Climbing Route7,889 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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