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Rock Climbing · Grand Junction, CO

House of Cards

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, 2 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

98°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 98°

Storm chance

5% afternoon

Wind

5 mph WNW

UV index

3.1 moderate

Sun window

6:22 am to 8:16 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 594 cfs, water 77°.

Distance

Elevation gain

3ft

High point

4,652ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

House of Cards is a rock climbing area located near Grand Junction, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 4,642 feet and is rated as difficult, meaning routes require skill and physical endurance suitable for experienced climbers. Access is straightforward, with parking available at the site. The area is pet-friendly, allowing climbers to bring dogs. While specific route grades are not detailed in the available data, the overall difficulty classification suggests consistent technical demands. The location is part of the broader Grand Junction climbing landscape, which features red rocks and sandstone blocks typical of the region. Climbers should consult local guidebooks such as 'Grand Junction Rock' by K.C. Baum for specific beta, as general descriptions do not provide individual route metrics. The area is accessible year-round, though conditions vary with the seasons.

Trail profile

Gain

3 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

4,652 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start4,652 ft
2Climbing Route4,649 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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