Lady Luck

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Lady Luck is a sport climbing route located in Rifle Mountain Park, near Rifle, Colorado. The climb is situated on the left panel of the Wasteland area, characterized by tan and brown vertical limestone. The route is approximately 70 feet long and presents a difficult challenge, generally rated around 5.11 to 5.12. It begins with a small bulge that can be bouldered past or stick clipped, leading into thin, technical face climbing over small crimps and dynamic stabs. The upper section features blocky, pinch-heavy climbing through overlapping sections to a gold-shut anchor. Climbers typically use 10 to 12 quickdraws for protection. The area offers on-site parking and is pet-friendly. While the specific elevation of Lady Luck is not explicitly stated in the provided texts, it sits within Rifle Mountain Park, which has an elevation of 7,085 feet. The climbing season extends year-round, with the area being fairly crowded on weekends from May through September. Access is straightforward, and the route is well-established with a first ascent by A. Nelson and R. Wright.