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Rock Climbing · Telluride, CO

Fool's Grasp

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 1 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 5:06 pm.

28°

Sunny

Feels like 22°

Trailhead temp

25° est. at 9,725 ft

Wind

5 mph SE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:43 am to 5:06 pm

Distance

—

Elevation gain

33ft

High point

9,803ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Fool's Grasp is a rock climbing area in Telluride, Colorado, located at an elevation of 9,725 feet. The site offers moderate difficulty routes, making it suitable for climbers with some experience. Parking is available on-site, and the area is pet-friendly. While specific route grades or technical descriptions are not detailed in the available evidence, the location is part of the broader Telluride climbing region known for its San Juan Mountain geology. Access is generally year-round, though winter conditions may require standard precautions. The moderate difficulty rating suggests the climbs are accessible to those who are not beginners but do not require elite-level skill.

Trail profile

Gain

33 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

9,803 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,770 ft
2Climbing Route9,803 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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