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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

Monkey and the Engineer

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 9 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

85°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 85°

Trailhead temp

81° est. at 9,865 ft

Storm chance

7% afternoon

Wind

5 mph SW

UV index

3.5 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

111ft

High point

9,865ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Monkey and the Engineer is a rock climbing area located near Ouray, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site features difficult routes suited for experienced climbers. It sits at an elevation of 9,865 feet. Parking is available at the base, and pets are permitted in the area. The climbing season extends from January to December year-round. Winter conditions may require additional gear and precautions. Climbers should plan for a minimum of 4 hours to complete their chosen routes.

Trail profile

Gain

111 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

9,865 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,800 ft
2Climbing Route9,754 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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