Rock Climbing · Crested Butte, CO

Staircase aka Mister Twister

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

Directions

Before you go

Live · nearest station Gunnison, 23 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

77°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 77°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

7.3 high

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:10 pm

Distance

—

Elevation gain

66ft

High point

9,380ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Staircase, also known as Mister Twister, is a rock climbing area near Crested Butte, Colorado. The site features moderate difficulty routes suitable for climbers with some experience. Parking is available at the base, and the area is pet-friendly. The elevation is 9,380 feet. The climbing area is accessible year-round.

Trail profile

Gain

66 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

9,380 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,380 ft

2Climbing Route9,314 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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