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Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO

Next Try

difficultFeaturedSpring 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, 24 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

98°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 98°

Storm chance

3% afternoon

Wind

10 mph W

UV index

4.7 moderate

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

150ft

High point

5,992ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Next Try is a sport climbing route located on the Meat Wall in Rifle Mountain Park, Rifle, Colorado. The route is classified as difficult and is situated at an elevation of 5,842 feet. It is a limestone sport climb featuring technical sections with sidepulls, underclings, and pockets. The route begins with pockets on blue and orange rock, leading to a crux past the second bolt. The descent involves a long undercling move to the anchor. Parking is available on-site, and pets are permitted. The area is accessible year-round, though weekends from May through September are typically crowded.

Trail profile

Gain

150 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,992 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,842 ft
2Climbing Route5,992 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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