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Rock Climbing · Grand Junction, CO

Project

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, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

96°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 96°

Storm chance

2% afternoon

Wind

5 mph NW

UV index

7.7 high

Sun window

6:22 am to 8:16 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 577 cfs, water 74°.

Distance

Elevation gain

3ft

High point

4,596ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Open Project is a rock climbing area located in Grand Junction, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site offers moderate difficulty routes with an elevation of 7,650 feet. Climbers can access the area year-round, with January through December being suitable months for activity. On-site parking is available for visitors. The location permits pets, making it accessible for climbers with animals. The terrain features exposed cliff faces and desert cliffs, providing straightforward ascent options with minimal technical challenges. This makes the site suitable for skill development and introduction to the sport. Grand Junction serves as a central hub for climbing on the Western Slope, situated near the junction of the Gunnison and Colorado Rivers. The area includes canyon walls and sandstone blocks that accommodate various climbing levels. Local resources include gear shops and guidebooks for route information.

Trail profile

Gain

3 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

4,596 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start4,593 ft
2Climbing Route4,596 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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