Rock Climbing · Grand Mesa, CO
New Minds
Before you go
Live · nearest station Delta County, 24 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.
Smoky
Feels like 71°
Trailhead temp
52° est. at 10,364 ft
Wind
5 mph NE
UV index
3.3 moderate
Sun window
6:19 am to 8:14 pm
Distance
—
Elevation gain
33ft
High point
10,364ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
New Minds is a rock climbing area on the Grand Mesa in Western Colorado, situated at an elevation of 10,364 feet. The site is classified as difficult and offers parking with a pet-friendly policy. Access is available year-round, though conditions vary with the seasons, including potential snow and ice in winter. The Grand Mesa region consists of volcanic basalt, which is typically highly fractured, though specific areas feature thicker basalt layers that create steep walls with good rock quality. The area is managed by the Western Colorado Climbers' Coalition, which focuses on access preservation and gear maintenance.
Trail profile
Gain
33 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
10,364 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
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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