Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO
Hey Dude
Before you go
Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 10 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.
Mostly Sunny
Feels like 89°
Trailhead temp
82° est. at 6,614 ft
Wind
0 mph
UV index
7.6 high
Sun window
6:21 am to 8:16 pm
Colorado River near Cameo is running 1,660 cfs, water 71°.
Distance
—
Elevation gain
10ft
High point
6,650ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Hey Dude is a rock climbing area located in Palisade, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 8,058 feet and is rated as difficult. A parking area is available for climbers, and pets are permitted on-site. The area is accessible year-round, from January to December, with routes that present varying conditions. Climbers should plan for an estimated duration of approximately 4 hours per climb. As with many areas in the region, loose rock and unreliable fixed anchors are potential hazards.
Trail profile
Gain
10 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
6,650 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
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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