Rock Climbing · Glenwood Springs, CO

Railroad Arete

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

Directions

Before you go

Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 1 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

98°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 98°

Storm chance

3% afternoon

Wind

10 mph W

UV index

4.7 moderate

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:12 pm

Roaring Fork at Glenwood Springs is running 550 cfs, water 63°.

Distance

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Elevation gain

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High point

5,830ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Railroad Arete is a difficult trad rock climbing route located in the Northwest Corner of Glenwood Canyon, near Glenwood Springs. The climb is situated at the base of the Fountain Buttress and generally faces the river, receiving good sun from mid-day to early evening. The route is approximately 18 meters long and rated 5.11. Parking is available at the site, and pets are permitted. The area offers numerous other rock climbing options in Glenwood Springs, including routes like Mudwall and Dead Horse. Climbers should be aware of potential snow and ice during winter months, though the site is accessible year-round.

Trail profile

Gain

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Avg grade

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Steepest

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High point

5,830 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,830 ft

2Climbing Route5,830 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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