Rock Climbing · Montrose, CO
Rusty George Appreciation
Before you go
Live · nearest station Montrose, 3 miGood window today. Daylight to 7:06 pm.
Thunderstorms
Feels like 67°
Storm chance
26% tonight
Wind
5 mph W
UV index
0 low
Sun window
7:00 am to 7:06 pm
Distance
—
Elevation gain
92ft
High point
5,847ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Rusty George Appreciation is a 5.9 YDS sport climb located on the Left Side of Dry Creek Crag, approximately 14 miles west of Montrose, Colorado. The route rises 45 feet through steep terrain featuring positive holds and good patina. It shares its anchor with the route '11 to the Right' and is positioned just right of the corner that separates it from the south-facing route 'Postman'. The area sits at an elevation of 5,755 feet. Parking is available on-site, and pets are permitted. While the database lists the difficulty as moderate, the specific route grade is 5.9.
Trail profile
Gain
92 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
5,847 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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