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Rock Climbing · Crested Butte, CO

Open Book

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

Live · nearest station Gunnison, 22 mi
Go prepared

Storms build later today. Plan an early finish.

49°

Chance of Rain

Feels like 47°

Storm chance

56% overnight

Wind

5 mph ENE

Distance

Elevation gain

279ft

High point

9,820ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Open Book is a rock climbing area located near Crested Butte, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site features moderate difficulty routes, making it suitable for climbers with some experience. The elevation is listed as 9,620 feet in the database, though web sources cite 8,107 feet for the general area or specific routes. Parking is available, and pets are permitted. Access is year-round. Climbers can expect to spend approximately four hours completing a route. The area is part of the broader Crested Butte climbing region, which offers options for various skill levels.

Trail profile

Gain

279 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

9,820 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,541 ft
2Climbing Route9,820 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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