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Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO

Poor George

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

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 10 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

79°

Smoky

Feels like 79°

Trailhead temp

75° est. at 5,689 ft

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

5.6 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:16 pm

Colorado River near Cameo is running 1,660 cfs, water 70°.

Distance

Elevation gain

97ft

High point

5,786ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Poor George is a moderate rock climbing area in Palisade, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The crag sits at 5,689 feet and offers parking. It is pet-friendly. The moderate difficulty and accessible elevation make it suitable for a half-day outing. Climbers can visit year-round. The area is distinct from the Big Thompson Canyon Palisade Mountain near Loveland.

Trail profile

Gain

97 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,786 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,689 ft
2Climbing Route5,786 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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