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Rock Climbing · Glenwood Springs, CO

Left Side of Gray Face

difficultSpring climbing conditions. Route may be wet after rainfall. Check weather forecast before climbing.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 4 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

79°

Smoky

Feels like 79°

Wind

5 mph SSE

UV index

5.8 moderate

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:12 pm

Roaring Fork at Glenwood Springs is running 539 cfs, water 58°.

Distance

Elevation gain

32ft

High point

8,146ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Left Side of Gray Face is a rock climbing area located near Glenwood Springs, Colorado, at an elevation of 8,146 feet. The site is rated difficult, requiring skill and physical endurance. Parking is available at the base, and pets are allowed. One specific route, Thin Crack Variation, is a trad climb approximately 80 feet long. This route features a crux involving a thin crack with fingerlocks and face holds. Climbers should bring medium to small cams and wires for protection. The area is accessible year-round.

Trail profile

Gain

32 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

8,146 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start8,114 ft
2Climbing Route8,127 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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