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Rock Climbing · Durango, CO

Half Size Too Big

difficultSpring 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.

96°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 96°

Storm chance

9% afternoon

Wind

10 mph NW

UV index

4.4 moderate

Sun window

6:23 am to 8:10 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 70°.

Distance

Elevation gain

54ft

High point

7,289ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Half Size Too Big is a 50-foot sport climb rated 5.11d located in the Vallecito Crags near Durango, Colorado. The route is situated under the first of three roofs in the area and lies immediately to the left of the route Chocolate Covered Razorblades. Climbers start with feet undercut on an initial bulge, moving straight up big features to a roof. The roof is pulled using positive pockets, followed by a move up and left to an arete, finishing on a giant ledge. The climb features seven bolts, with the third bolt being fixed. It is accessible with parking available and is pet friendly.

Trail profile

Gain

54 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

7,289 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start7,235 ft
2Climbing Route7,289 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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