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Rock Climbing · Glenwood Springs, CO

Novice Undertaking

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, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:13 pm.

96°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 96°

Wind

10 mph W

UV index

6 high

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:13 pm

Roaring Fork at Glenwood Springs is running 544 cfs, water 62°.

Distance

Elevation gain

72ft

High point

7,766ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Novice Undertaking is a difficult rock climbing route located near Glenwood Springs, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 7,766 feet. Access is available year-round, from January through December. Climbers should expect a challenging experience rated as difficult. The estimated duration for the undertaking is 4 hours. Parking is available on-site, and pets are permitted. The area is part of the broader Glenwood Springs climbing scene, which includes other notable crags such as the Puoux, Mudwall, and Dead Horse.

Trail profile

Gain

72 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

7,766 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start7,766 ft
2Climbing Route7,694 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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