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Rock Climbing · Durango, CO

Ski Bum

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

Live · nearest station Durango, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

66°

Smoky

Feels like 66°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

2.6 low

Sun window

6:23 am to 8:10 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 62°.

Distance

Elevation gain

6ft

High point

6,473ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Ski Bum is a sport climbing route located near Durango, Colorado. The climb ascends the left side of a large roof at an elevation of 6,473 feet. It is classified as difficult and requires power endurance to reach a hard crux section. The route spans 35 feet (11 meters) and uses four bolts for protection, making it a short but intense ascent. Parking is available on site, and the area allows pets. The route was first ascended by Nick Valoff and is accessible year-round, though climbers should expect challenging conditions typical of the difficult classification. Durango offers a variety of climbing styles, including sport and trad routes, with Ski Bum fitting into the local limestone and sandstone terrain.

Trail profile

Gain

6 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

6,473 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start6,473 ft
2Climbing Route6,467 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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