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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

Recess

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 13 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 5:05 pm.

29°

Clear

Feels like 24°

Trailhead temp

23° est. at 10,461 ft

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:42 am to 5:05 pm

Distance

—

Elevation gain

98ft

High point

10,574ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Recess is a moderate rock climbing area located near Ouray, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 10,461 feet. It offers parking and permits pets. The climbing is accessible year-round, though conditions vary with the seasons. Winter months may bring snow and ice, while summer and fall can be warmer with potential for thunderstorms. Climbers typically spend around four hours exploring the routes.

Trail profile

Gain

98 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

10,574 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start10,476 ft
2Climbing Route10,574 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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