Rock Climbing · Grand Junction, CO
Ribbed Buttress
Before you go
Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 3 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.
Mostly Sunny
Feels like 99°
Storm chance
5% afternoon
Wind
5 mph WNW
UV index
3.9 moderate
Sun window
6:22 am to 8:16 pm
Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 594 cfs, water 76°.
Distance
—
Elevation gain
10ft
High point
4,754ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Ribbed Buttress is a multi-pitch rock climbing destination located in Unaweep Canyon, approximately 30 minutes from Grand Junction on the Western Slope. The site features granite and gneiss walls with sustained traditional crack climbing routes ranging from 5.8 to 5.11+. The typical ascent takes about seven hours and requires skill, physical endurance, and traditional gear such as long runners and offwidth pieces. Parking is available, and the area is pet friendly. Climbers can access routes year-round, with dry conditions allowing for climbing on most days. The approach is short, and the rock quality varies from semi-rotten chimney sections to perfect crack systems. The location is considered a must-do for climbers seeking exposed routes and technical challenges without the high traffic of larger areas.
Trail profile
Gain
10 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
4,754 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
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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