Rock Climbing · Glenwood Springs, CO
Special Gift For Girls
Before you go
Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 3 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:13 pm.
Mostly Cloudy
Feels like 96°
Storm chance
3% afternoon
Wind
10 mph W
UV index
3.9 moderate
Sun window
6:16 am to 8:13 pm
Roaring Fork at Glenwood Springs is running 550 cfs, water 63°.
Distance
—
Elevation gain
85ft
High point
7,989ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Special Gift For Girls is a 45-foot (14 m) sport climbing route located in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. The route is situated on the Southwest corner of Surgery Buttress within Sex Cave in Glenwood Canyon. It has a difficulty rating of 5.12a on the YDS scale and is classified as difficult. The first ascent was completed by Jeff Achey in 2003. The climb features a short line exiting a steep cave. Although the rock appears chossy, it offers big moves to big holds. Protection is provided by five bolts leading to a bolted anchor. Glenwood Springs serves as the base for this climb, located on the Western Slope. The area is accessible year-round, with parking available at the site. The route is pet friendly. Local guides operate in Glenwood Springs and offer instruction for this spot.
Trail profile
Gain
85 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
7,989 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
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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