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Rock Climbing · Grand Junction, CO

Guantastic

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

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 5:06 pm.

40°

Clear

Feels like 36°

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:48 am to 5:06 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 1,690 cfs and falling, water 48°.

Distance

—

Elevation gain

10ft

High point

4,672ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Guantastic is a rock climbing area located in Grand Junction, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 4,672 feet and offers routes rated as difficult. Climbers have access to parking on site and are permitted to bring pets. The area serves as a base for accessing nearby climbing zones, including the desert sandstone towers of Colorado National Monument and the granite crack routes of Unaweep Canyon. These locations provide a range of climbing styles, from single-pitch crack climbing to multi-pitch trad routes. The climate supports year-round activity, with specific guided operations running from mid-February through late November. The difficulty level requires a good degree of skill and physical fitness to navigate the routes effectively.

Trail profile

Gain

10 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

4,672 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start4,665 ft
2Climbing Route4,662 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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