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Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO

Head Case

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, 14 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

88°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 88°

Trailhead temp

79° est. at 7,037 ft

Wind

0 mph

UV index

8 very high

Sun window

6:22 am to 8:14 pm

Colorado River near Cameo is running 1,560 cfs and falling, water 73°.

Distance

Elevation gain

7ft

High point

7,218ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Head Case is a rock climbing area located near Palisade, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 7,037 feet and is classified as a difficult destination for climbers. The rock type is granite, featuring a mix of cracks, corners, roofs, and face climbs. Climbers have access to parking at the site, and pets are permitted. The area is accessible year-round, with conditions suitable for climbing from January through December. Evidence suggests the location supports routes of varying difficulty, though the overall designation remains difficult.

Trail profile

Gain

7 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

7,218 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start7,218 ft
2Climbing Route7,211 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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