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Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO

Hard but Fun

easySpring 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, 9 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

87°

Chance of Rain

Feels like 87°

Storm chance

16% tonight

Wind

5 mph WNW

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:16 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 604 cfs, water 75°.

Distance

Elevation gain

3ft

High point

4,672ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Hard but Fun is a rock climbing area located in Palisade, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 4,672 feet and offers easy routes suitable for climbers of various skill levels. The climbing area provides parking and allows pets, making it a convenient option for visitors with companions. Climbers can visit throughout the year, from January to December, and should expect a leisurely experience with an estimated duration of around 4 hours. The routes are straightforward, consistent with the easy difficulty rating, and the area's proximity to Palisade provides a scenic backdrop for a day of rock climbing.

Trail profile

Gain

3 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

4,672 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start4,669 ft
2Climbing Route4,669 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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