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Rock Climbing · Montrose, CO

Slingshot Ricochet

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

Live · nearest station Montrose, 2 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

82°

Smoky

Feels like 82°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

6 high

Sun window

6:20 am to 8:12 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

4ft

High point

5,860ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Slingshot Ricochet is a rock climbing area located near Montrose, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site features moderate difficulty routes and sits at an elevation of 5,856 feet. Parking is available at the base of the climb. The area is pet-friendly, allowing dogs on the routes. Access is open year-round, though climbers should prepare for varying weather conditions and potential snow or ice during the winter months. The typical outing duration is approximately four hours.

Trail profile

Gain

4 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,860 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,856 ft
2Climbing Route5,860 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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