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Rock Climbing · Silverton, CO

Snowcap

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 13 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

83°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 83°

Trailhead temp

71° est. at 12,100 ft

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

6.8 high

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

36ft

High point

12,100ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Snowcap is a sport climbing route located near Silverton, Colorado, in the San Juan Mountains. The route is approximately 90 feet (27 meters) high and features a steep, bouldery start followed by pebble pinching on the upper section. Protection consists of bolts. The area offers parking and is pet-friendly. Climbers should prepare for high elevation and potential afternoon thunderstorms common to the region.

Trail profile

Gain

36 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

12,100 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start12,100 ft
2Climbing Route12,064 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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