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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

High Plains Crimper

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 12 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

84°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 84°

Trailhead temp

74° est. at 11,673 ft

Storm chance

7% afternoon

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

4.3 moderate

Sun window

6:20 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

29ft

High point

11,673ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

High Plains Crimper is a 5.10 sport climbing route located in Ouray, Colorado, on the Western Slope. Situated at an elevation of 11,673 feet, the route covers approximately 28.96 meters (nearly 300 routes in the broader Ouray area). It is classified as difficult, requiring skill and physical endurance. The estimated duration for the climb is 4 hours. Parking is available at the site, and it is pet-friendly. The climbing area in Ouray offers year-round access from January through December, making it suitable for various seasons. While specific trail conditions are not detailed, the route is part of a region with over 200 peaks and numerous climbing venues accessible to different skill levels.

Trail profile

Gain

29 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

11,673 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start11,644 ft
2Climbing Route11,647 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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