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Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO

Pump-O-Nator

difficultFeaturedSpring 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, 22 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

94°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 94°

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

6.6 high

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

40ft

High point

5,719ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Pump-O-Nator is a rock climbing route located in Rifle Mountain Park, west of Denver. The site features difficult limestone sport climbing with an elevation of 5,719 feet. It offers parking and allows pets. Climbers can access the area year-round, though it is busiest from May through September. The routes are generally long and require endurance on large holds, pockets, and crimps.

Trail profile

Gain

40 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,719 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,699 ft
2Climbing Route5,679 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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