Rock Climbing · Grand Mesa, CO

Science and Literacy

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

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Before you go

Live · nearest station Delta County, 19 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

89°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 89°

Trailhead temp

71° est. at 9,879 ft

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

7.8 high

Sun window

6:19 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

—

Elevation gain

79ft

High point

9,879ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Science and Literacy is a rock climbing area located on Grand Mesa in Western Colorado, near Grand Junction. The site sits at an elevation of 7443 feet according to the primary source, though database records list it at 9879 feet. It offers a moderate climbing experience with routes accessible year-round from January through December. Winter conditions may require additional preparation and gear, but the area remains open. Climbers can expect to spend around 4 hours completing their ascent. Parking is available nearby, and the area is pet-friendly, allowing dogs on site.

Trail profile

Gain

79 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

9,879 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,823 ft

2Climbing Route9,800 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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