Rock Climbing · Grand Junction, CO

Short, Cupped Hands

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

Directions

Before you go

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 4 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 5:06 pm.

40°

Clear

Feels like 36°

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:48 am to 5:06 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 1,690 cfs and falling, water 48°.

Distance

—

Elevation gain

3ft

High point

4,767ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Short, Cupped Hands is a moderate rock climbing area located in Grand Junction, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 6,584 feet and offers parking on site. It is pet friendly and accessible year-round from January through December. The climbing features rocky outcroppings and formations with a variety of routes requiring different skills. The moderate difficulty level makes it suitable for climbers with some experience.

Trail profile

Gain

3 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

4,767 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start4,764 ft

2Climbing Route4,767 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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