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Rock Climbing · Montrose, CO

Scala Sancta

moderateSpring climbing conditions. Route may be wet after rainfall. Check weather forecast before climbing.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Montrose, 4 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

92°

Thunderstorms

Feels like 92°

Storm chance

13% afternoon

Wind

10 mph NW

UV index

4.9 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

3ft

High point

5,997ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Scala Sancta is a rock climbing area located near Montrose, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 5,991 feet and offers moderate difficulty routes suitable for climbers with some experience. Parking is available on site, and pets are permitted. The climbing area is accessible year-round, with operations spanning from January through December. Climbers typically spend around 4 hours on a route. The moderate difficulty level indicates that the ascent is challenging but manageable for those with prior climbing experience.

Trail profile

Gain

3 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,997 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,994 ft
2Climbing Route5,997 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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