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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

Highway 550 Revisited

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, 11 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

78°

Smoky

Feels like 78°

Trailhead temp

81° est. at 7,823 ft

Wind

0 mph

UV index

6.2 high

Sun window

6:20 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

124ft

High point

7,947ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Highway 550 Revisited is a rock climbing area near Ouray, Colorado, situated at an elevation of 7,823 feet. The site is located along the Million Dollar Highway (U.S. Route 550) and is classified as difficult. Evidence indicates the presence of sport climbs, with specific routes rated around 5.10d to 5.11a/b. The area offers parking and is pet friendly. Access is available year-round, though climbers should prepare for variable weather conditions typical of the San Juan Mountains. The climbing routes are part of a larger collection of nearly 300 routes in the vicinity.

Trail profile

Gain

124 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

7,947 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start7,823 ft
2Climbing Route7,947 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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