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Rock Climbing · Durango, CO

Smear Campaign

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 8:09 pm.

71°

Partly Cloudy

Feels like 71°

Storm chance

2% overnight

Wind

5 mph SE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:24 am to 8:09 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 165 cfs, water 68°.

Distance

Elevation gain

13ft

High point

7,605ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Smear Campaign is a rock climbing area near Durango, Colorado, situated at an elevation of 7,605 feet. The routes are classified as moderate difficulty, offering a suitable challenge for climbers with some experience. Access is straightforward with parking available on site, and the area is open year-round. Climbers are permitted to bring pets. While specific route counts vary by source, the area is part of the broader Durango climbing scene, which includes various sport and trad options. The typical time commitment for completing routes is estimated at around four hours.

Trail profile

Gain

13 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

7,605 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start7,605 ft
2Climbing Route7,592 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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