Rock Climbing · Crested Butte, CO

Left Arete

moderateSpring climbing conditions. Route may be wet after rainfall. Check weather forecast before climbing.

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Before you go

Live · nearest station Aspen, 22 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

63°

Smoky

Feels like 63°

Trailhead temp

59° est. at 9,081 ft

Wind

0 mph

UV index

2.6 low

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:10 pm

Distance

—

Elevation gain

6ft

High point

9,091ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Left Arete is a moderate rock climbing destination located near Crested Butte on the Western Slope of Colorado. The site features a distinct arete formation and offers an elevation of 9,081 feet. Climbers can typically complete the route in approximately four hours. The area is accessible year-round, with operations running from January through December. Parking is available near the base of the climb, and pets are permitted on site.

Trail profile

Gain

6 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

9,091 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,085 ft

2Climbing Route9,091 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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