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Rock Climbing · Telluride, CO

Pai Mei

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, 2 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 5:06 pm.

29°

Clear

Feels like 24°

Trailhead temp

24° est. at 10,220 ft

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:43 am to 5:06 pm

Distance

—

Elevation gain

10ft

High point

10,230ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Pai Mei is a sport climbing route located in the Telluride area of Western Colorado. The site sits at an elevation of 10,220 feet and features difficult routes that require skill and physical endurance. The climb is accessible year-round, with operations running from January through December. Visitors can park at the site and bring pets. The route was first ascended by Patricio Vyhmeister in 2011 and is characterized by a shallow pocket crux at the beginning. It utilizes five bolts for protection. The estimated duration of a climb is around 4 hours, though this varies based on the specific route and individual experience. The area offers a variety of climbing options, including multi-pitch traditional routes near Ophir and sport climbs closer to Bridal Veil Falls.

Trail profile

Gain

10 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

10,230 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start10,220 ft
2Climbing Route10,230 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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