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Rock Climbing · Durango, CO

Smeagol Sit

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.

95°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 95°

Storm chance

1% afternoon

Wind

10 mph WSW

UV index

7.8 high

Sun window

6:23 am to 8:10 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 68°.

Distance

Elevation gain

136ft

High point

7,525ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Smeagol Sit is a rock climbing area located near Durango, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 7,389 feet and features moderate difficulty routes. Climbers can expect a visit duration of approximately 4 hours. Parking is available on-site, and the area is pet-friendly. Access is open year-round from January through December. While the site is accessible in winter, climbers should prepare for potential snow and ice conditions. The climbing scene in Durango includes various crags, with Smeagol Sit offering a local option for moderate climbing.

Trail profile

Gain

136 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

7,525 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start7,389 ft
2Climbing Route7,525 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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