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Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO

Fool’s Gold

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

Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 22 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

71°

Smoky

Feels like 71°

Wind

5 mph SE

UV index

3.9 moderate

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

10ft

High point

5,696ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Fool’s Gold is a rock climbing destination located near Rifle, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site is situated at an elevation of 7,593 feet, though database records list the elevation at 5,685 feet. The climbing is classified as difficult and consists of limestone routes. The area provides parking and allows pets. Access is available year-round.

Trail profile

Gain

10 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,696 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,686 ft
2Climbing Route5,696 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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