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Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO

Rolling Stone

easySpring 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, 13 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

72°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 72°

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

0.1 low

Sun window

6:22 am to 8:14 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 594 cfs, water 72°.

Distance

Elevation gain

3ft

High point

5,115ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Rolling Stone is a rock climbing area located in Palisade, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site features easy routes suitable for climbers of various skill levels. The elevation is listed as 7,368 feet in available descriptions, though database records indicate 5,098 feet. Parking is available at the base of the climb. The area is pet-friendly, allowing dogs on site. Access is straightforward with a simple approach and descent. Climbing is available year-round, from January through December. The estimated duration for a climb is approximately four hours, suggesting a half-day outing. The surrounding area includes the Palisade red rock formations.

Trail profile

Gain

3 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,115 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,112 ft
2Climbing Route5,115 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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