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Rock Climbing · Durango, CO

Monkey Lust

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

Live · nearest station Durango, 2 mi
Go prepared

Storms build later today. Plan an early finish.

59°

Thunderstorms

Feels like 59°

Storm chance

57% tonight

Wind

5 mph NE

Distance

Elevation gain

54ft

High point

7,173ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Monkey Lust is a rock climbing area in Durango, Colorado, located on Dry Fork Cliff. The site features difficult trad routes suitable for experienced climbers. A primary route, listed as 5.12-, is a 70-foot (21-meter) finger crack that climbs through a roof to a ledge, over a bulge, and ends at a bolted anchor. The route was first ascended by Kossin and Tucker in 1991. Climbers should bring traditional protection gear. Parking is available at the site, and pets are permitted. The area is accessible year-round, though a wildlife closure restricts access from December 1 to April 15. The elevation is 7,119 feet. Durango offers various climbing options, and Monkey Lust serves as a local crag with short approaches.

Trail profile

Gain

54 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

7,173 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start7,119 ft
2Climbing Route7,173 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 4, 2025Verified

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