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Rock Climbing · Silverton, CO

Sundance

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 14 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

85°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 85°

Trailhead temp

73° est. at 12,077 ft

Storm chance

7% afternoon

Wind

5 mph SSW

UV index

4.2 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:10 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

7ft

High point

12,100ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Sundance is a rock climbing area near Silverton, Colorado, located in the San Juan Mountains. The database lists the elevation at 12,077 feet, though specific route descriptions for Sundance Buttress cite an elevation of approximately 9,000 feet and granite rock. The area features moderate climbing routes, including multi-pitch lines like Adrenaline and English Opening. Parking is available on site, and pets are permitted. Climbers should prepare for mountain weather, including afternoon thunderstorms, and access the site via trails from the parking lot.

Trail profile

Gain

7 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

12,100 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start12,093 ft
2Climbing Route12,100 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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