Rock Climbing · Glenwood Springs, CO

Slippin' Sloan

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

Directions

Before you go

Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 3 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:13 pm.

71°

Smoky

Feels like 71°

Wind

5 mph SE

UV index

3.5 moderate

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:13 pm

Roaring Fork at Glenwood Springs is running 539 cfs, water 58°.

Distance

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Elevation gain

72ft

High point

6,033ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Slippin' Sloan is a rock climbing spot located near Glenwood Springs, Colorado. The site features sport climbing routes on gray limestone, specifically situated on the leftmost section of the Surgery Buttress next to a pine tree. The climb is characterized by technical movement, with an emphasis on footwork and body position. Climbers face a difficult initial crux followed by hard, well-featured limestone sections. Most opinions rate the route as harder than an easy 5.9. The climb involves 7 bolts and a 2-bolt anchor, covering approximately 80 feet (24 meters). Slippin' Sloan is accessible year-round and allows pets. Parking is available at the site.

Trail profile

Gain

72 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

6,033 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start6,033 ft

2Climbing Route5,961 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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