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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

Open Write Up

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 12 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:09 pm.

51°

Partly Cloudy

Feels like 51°

Trailhead temp

48° est. at 9,669 ft

Storm chance

2% overnight

Wind

0 mph

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:22 am to 8:09 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

9,669ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Open Write Up is a rock climbing area located near Ouray, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 9,669 feet and offers routes rated as easy. This difficulty level makes the location suitable for beginners or climbers seeking a casual ascent. The area is accessible year-round, with operations running from January through December. Practical amenities include available parking and a policy that allows pets. Climbers can expect an outing duration of approximately 4 hours.

Trail profile

Gain

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

9,669 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,669 ft
2Climbing Route9,669 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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