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Rock Climbing · Montrose, CO

Potato

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

Live · nearest station Montrose, 2 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

63°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 63°

Wind

5 mph S

UV index

2.1 low

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:12 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

82ft

High point

5,821ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Potato is a rock climbing destination near Montrose, Colorado, situated on the Western Slope. The site features routes of moderate difficulty, making it suitable for climbers with some experience. Located at an elevation of 5,739 feet, the area offers year-round accessibility from January through December. Climbers can expect to spend approximately 4 hours on site, depending on their pace and the number of routes attempted. Parking is available directly at the location. The area is pet-friendly, allowing dogs to accompany climbers. While Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park draws expert climbers with its deep, narrow walls and multi-pitch routes, Potato provides a more accessible option for those seeking moderate challenges without the extreme altitude or technical demands of the canyon's deepest sections.

Trail profile

Gain

82 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,821 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,739 ft
2Climbing Route5,821 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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