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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

School Room Pillar

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.

83°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 83°

Trailhead temp

78° est. at 10,313 ft

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

6.6 high

Sun window

6:20 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

46ft

High point

10,331ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The School Room Pillar is a rock climbing destination located in Ouray, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 10,313 feet and offers moderate difficulty routes that require attention to technique and physical endurance. Climbers can access the area year-round, from January through December. Winter conditions may require additional preparation and gear, but the site remains open during these months. A parking area is available for visitors, and pets are allowed on the premises.

Trail profile

Gain

46 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

10,331 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start10,331 ft
2Climbing Route10,285 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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