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Rock Climbing · Silverton, CO

Red Dog

difficultSpring 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 8:10 pm.

85°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 85°

Trailhead temp

82° est. at 9,629 ft

Storm chance

7% afternoon

Wind

5 mph SW

UV index

3.5 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:10 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

39ft

High point

9,695ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Red Dog is a rock climbing area located near Silverton, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 9,629 feet. Routes at this location are classified as difficult, requiring solid skill and physical fitness. Parking is available at the site. The area is pet friendly. Access is possible year-round. Climbers should prepare for altitude challenges typical of the San Juan Mountains, including variable weather and potential afternoon thunderstorms. The surrounding terrain features granite and volcanic formations.

Trail profile

Gain

39 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

9,695 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,695 ft
2Climbing Route9,656 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 4, 2025Verified

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