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Rock Climbing · Durango, CO

Simon's Solution

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

Live · nearest station Durango, 2 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

83°

Partly Cloudy

Feels like 83°

Storm chance

5% tonight

Wind

5 mph NNW

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:23 am to 8:10 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 69°.

Distance

Elevation gain

10ft

High point

7,297ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Simon's Solution is a rock climbing area located near Durango, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 7,287 feet and offers moderate difficulty routes suitable for climbers with some experience. The area is accessible year-round, allowing climbs from January through December. Climbers can expect to spend approximately four hours completing their ascent. Parking is available on site, and the location permits pets.

Trail profile

Gain

10 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

7,297 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start7,287 ft
2Climbing Route7,297 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 4, 2025Verified

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