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Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO

Stacks

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

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 11 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

89°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 89°

Trailhead temp

86° est. at 5,558 ft

Wind

0 mph

UV index

7.6 high

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:16 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 577 cfs, water 73°.

Distance

Elevation gain

73ft

High point

5,631ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Stacks is a rock climbing area located in Palisade, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 5,558 feet and offers moderate difficulty routes suitable for climbers with some experience. Parking is available on site, and the area is pet friendly. The climbing season runs from January through December, allowing for year access. Climbers can expect to spend approximately four hours exploring the routes. The area features a variety of rock formations, providing diverse climbing options.

Trail profile

Gain

73 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,631 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,558 ft
2Climbing Route5,631 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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