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Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO

Strange Ranger

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

Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 23 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

94°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 94°

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

6.9 high

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

56ft

High point

5,777ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Strange Ranger is a rock climbing area in Rifle, Colorado, located on the Western Slope at an elevation of 5,721 feet. It is part of Rifle Mountain Park and offers a range of difficult routes suitable for experienced climbers. The climbing features limestone sport routes, with grades often reaching 5.12 and higher. The area is accessible year-round, though it tends to be crowded on weekends from May through September. Parking is available on site, and pets are allowed. Climbers must purchase a daily or season entry pass to access the park.

Trail profile

Gain

56 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,777 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,721 ft
2Climbing Route5,777 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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