Rock Climbing · Glenwood Springs, CO

Reprieve

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

Directions

Before you go

Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 4 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:13 pm.

96°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 96°

Storm chance

3% afternoon

Wind

10 mph W

UV index

6 high

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:13 pm

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

Distance

—

Elevation gain

106ft

High point

8,582ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Reprieve is a sport climbing route located on the Puoux limestone crag in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Situated at 8,476 feet elevation, the route spans approximately 60 feet and is rated difficult. The climb features a blue, grey, and beige limestone panel with large moves and a crux near the top. Access requires a completed waiver submitted to property manager Ken Headrick via email, as the site is private property within the Defiance Cave Preserve. Climbers do not need to schedule specific times or days for access. The area offers parking and is open year-round, from January to December. Pets are permitted on the route.

Trail profile

Gain

106 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

8,582 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start8,476 ft

2Climbing Route8,582 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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