Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO

Rattlesnake Roof

difficultSpring 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, 14 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

84°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 84°

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

6 high

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:16 pm

Colorado River near Cameo is running 1,660 cfs, water 70°.

Distance

—

Elevation gain

4ft

High point

4,810ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Rattlesnake Roof is a sport climbing route located in Palisade, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The route features a faint crack leading to a large roof approximately 12 feet off the ground. It is rated as difficult. The climb consists of 50 feet of vertical rock protected by 5 bolts and a two-bolt anchor. Parking is available on-site, and pets are permitted. The elevation is listed as 4,797 feet in the database, though some sources cite 8,475 feet. Access is currently open, following a period of closure due to the Cameron Peak fire and subsequent dead tree clearance efforts. Climbers should be aware of rattlesnakes in the area, which are active from late March or early April, particularly in rocky, sun-exposed terrain.

Trail profile

Gain

4 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

4,810 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start4,810 ft

2Climbing Route4,806 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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