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Rock Climbing · Glenwood Springs, CO

Poster Child

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

Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

71°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 71°

Storm chance

7% tonight

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:17 am to 8:11 pm

Roaring Fork at Glenwood Springs is running 692 cfs and rising, water 64°.

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

7,657ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Poster Child is a difficult sport climbing route located in Glenwood Canyon, near Glenwood Springs, Colorado. The climb is rated 5.11b and features a length of approximately 30 meters. It is situated in an area known for limestone rock, which provides year-round climbing conditions. The site offers on-site parking and allows pets. While specific water sources are not detailed in the provided data, the location is accessible throughout the year from January to December. The route is part of a broader collection of climbing options in Glenwood Springs, which includes other notable crags such as the Mudwall and Dead Horse.

Trail profile

Gain

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

7,657 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start7,657 ft
2Climbing Route7,657 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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