Rock Climbing · Telluride, CO
Shark Skin Leisure Suit
Before you go
Live · nearest station Telluride, 3 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.
Partly Sunny
Feels like 84°
Trailhead temp
70° est. at 12,884 ft
Storm chance
7% afternoon
Wind
5 mph W
UV index
4.1 moderate
Sun window
6:21 am to 8:11 pm
Distance
—
Elevation gain
40ft
High point
12,989ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Shark Skin Leisure Suit is a difficult sport climbing route located in Telluride, Colorado, on the Pipeline Wall. The route sits at an elevation of 7533 feet and is rated 5.11c. It offers parking and allows pets, making it accessible for visitors with companions. Climbers should expect a strenuous ascent that typically takes around four hours to complete. The area features high altitude conglomerate and granite, providing solid rock for technical moves. While the Pipeline Wall is not the primary climbing destination in Telluride compared to Ophir, it provides a convenient option for sport climbers near the town. The route is accessible year-round.
Trail profile
Gain
40 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
12,989 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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