Rock Climbing · Silverton, CO
Sawdust
Before you go
Live · nearest station Telluride, 10 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.
Smoky
Feels like 65°
Trailhead temp
58° est. at 10,610 ft
Wind
0 mph
UV index
3.6 moderate
Sun window
6:21 am to 8:11 pm
Distance
—
Elevation gain
111ft
High point
10,610ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Sawdust is a rock climbing area in Deadwood Gulch, near Silverton, Colorado. The site features sport routes on quartzite rock with easy difficulty ratings, typically around 5.6 to 5.8. The primary route ascends positive holds on an arete and face, utilizing bolts for protection. It sits left of old mining bars drilled into the cliff and serves as an alternate start to the Widow Maker route. The area is located at 10,610 feet elevation with parking available nearby. Access requires passing through a bolted gate marked no trespassing, but climbers are permitted to leave their vehicles at the parking area and walk around. The site is pet friendly and open year-round, with prime climbing conditions during the summer months.
Trail profile
Gain
111 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
10,610 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 4, 2025Verified
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