Forever Feels Like Home

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Forever Feels Like Home is a single-pitch sport climbing route located in Ouray Rotary Park, just outside the town of Ouray on Colorado's Western Slope. The route ascends a sun-facing slab wall, blending steady lower sections with a technical bulge crux and an upper roof section. At approximately 85 feet long, the climb offers a moderate difficulty rating of 5.9, leaning toward the upper end due to the physical demands of the crux sequence. The wall features about 14 well-spaced bolts and coldshuts near the top, making it accessible for lead climbers without requiring additional traditional gear. The approach from town is straightforward via established trails through juniper and sagebrush, with minimal scrambling required to reach the base. Climbers typically spend around five hours on site, allowing time for multiple attempts or pairing this route with nearby climbs. The location is pet-friendly and offers on-site parking. While accessible year-round, the sun-facing aspect provides warmth in cooler months, and shade is available during summer. Water should be brought due to the semi-arid environment.