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Rock Climbing · Durango, CO

Forgot My Sunglasses

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

Live · nearest station Durango, 1 mi
Go prepared

Storms build later today. Plan an early finish.

88°

Partly Cloudy

Feels like 88°

Storm chance

5% tonight

Wind

5 mph NNW

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:23 am to 8:10 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 69°.

Distance

Elevation gain

20ft

High point

6,759ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Forgot My Sunglasses is a 45-foot sport climb located in the Vallecito Crags near Durango, Colorado. The route is rated difficult (5.11a) and consists of a single pitch. The climb begins with a steep crack and face section leading past the first two bolts to a rest. The upper section involves moderate climbing that trends up and right, featuring a crux between bolts 4 and 5 on chert crimps. The rock quality is described as sweet and crisp. The route is protected by six bolts. It is located immediately to the left of the route Tackle Box. Parking is available at the crag, and the area is pet friendly.

Trail profile

Gain

20 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

6,759 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start6,759 ft
2Climbing Route6,739 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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