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Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO

Sinking Sun

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

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 10 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

96°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 96°

Trailhead temp

91° est. at 6,102 ft

Storm chance

2% afternoon

Wind

5 mph NW

UV index

7.7 high

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:16 pm

Colorado River near Cameo is running 1,650 cfs, water 72°.

Distance

Elevation gain

27ft

High point

6,129ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Sinking Sun is a sport climbing area located in Palisade, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site features routes rated from 5.10- to 5.12-, with the majority of climbs falling in the 5.10 to 5.11 range. The crag is characterized by single-pitch routes, typically around 18 to 27 meters in length. Parking is available on-site, and pets are permitted. The elevation is listed as 6,102 feet in the database, though one source cites 5,060 feet. Climbing is possible year-round, though winter conditions may require additional precautions.

Trail profile

Gain

27 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

6,129 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start6,102 ft
2Climbing Route6,129 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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