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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

Orange Crank

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 10 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

78°

Smoky

Feels like 78°

Trailhead temp

74° est. at 9,803 ft

Wind

0 mph

UV index

6.6 high

Sun window

6:20 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

49ft

High point

9,852ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Orange Crank is a rock climbing area located in Ouray, Colorado, on the Western Slope, at an elevation of 9,803 feet. The site is classified as difficult, offering routes that require technical maneuvers and physical endurance. Access is available year-round, and the area includes a designated parking area. Dogs are permitted on-site.

Trail profile

Gain

49 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

9,852 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,803 ft
2Climbing Route9,852 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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