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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

Kindergarten

moderateFeaturedSpring 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.

85°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 85°

Trailhead temp

78° est. at 10,715 ft

Storm chance

7% afternoon

Wind

5 mph SSW

UV index

4.3 moderate

Sun window

6:20 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

26ft

High point

10,722ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Kindergarten climbing area in Ouray, Colorado, offers moderate rock climbing routes suitable for climbers with some experience. Located on the Western Slope at an elevation of 10,715 feet, the site provides parking and is pet friendly. The area is accessible year-round, with conditions varying from solid rock to potential snow or ice during winter months. Climbers can expect to spend approximately 4 hours on a route, making it a convenient option for day trips. The moderate difficulty level allows those with prior climbing experience to engage with the terrain without requiring expert-level skill.

Trail profile

Gain

26 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

10,722 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start10,722 ft
2Climbing Route10,696 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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