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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

Rooster's Roost

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, 9 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

65°

Smoky

Feels like 65°

Trailhead temp

61° est. at 9,918 ft

Wind

0 mph

UV index

3.6 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

98ft

High point

9,918ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Rooster's Roost is a rock climbing route located in the School Room area of Ouray, Colorado, on the Western Slope. Situated at an elevation of 9,918 feet, the route is classified as moderate difficulty. It is primarily an ice or mixed climbing route, rated WI2-3, though it is also categorized as a top-rope (TR) climb with a length of approximately 100 feet. The route is positioned below the bolted anchors furthest to the climber's left within the School Room. Protection is provided by chain anchors. Access includes available parking, and the site is pet-friendly. The route is accessible year-round.

Trail profile

Gain

98 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

9,918 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,869 ft
2Climbing Route9,820 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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