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Rock Climbing · Grand Mesa, CO

Flying Purple People Eater

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

Live · nearest station Delta County, 21 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 5:04 pm.

35°

Clear

Feels like 31°

Trailhead temp

17° est. at 10,085 ft

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:45 am to 5:04 pm

Distance

—

Elevation gain

4ft

High point

10,089ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Flying Purple People Eater is a difficult rock climbing route located on Grand Mesa, Western Slope, Colorado. The route sits at an elevation of 10,085 feet. Access is straightforward with parking available at the site. The area is pet friendly. Climbers should prepare for challenging terrain that tests skill and endurance. The route is rated difficult. There is no evidence of specific water sources or seasonal closures for this specific route, though general Grand Mesa climbing occurs year-round. The location is distinct from the Purple People Eater Canyon near Crested Butte.

Trail profile

Gain

4 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

10,089 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start10,089 ft
2Climbing Route10,085 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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