Rock Climbing · Grand Junction, CO

Taper (unknown)

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

Directions

Before you go

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 2 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 5:06 pm.

40°

Clear

Feels like 36°

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:48 am to 5:06 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 1,690 cfs and falling, water 48°.

Distance

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Elevation gain

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High point

4,603ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Taper (unknown) is a 50-foot traditional rock climbing route located in Grand Junction, Colorado, within the Colorado National Monument near Fruita Canyon. The climb is rated 5.10b/c in the Yosemite Decimal System and features a wide hand section that transitions to pinched fingers. The route is situated on a left-facing wall next to the curving Offwidth, approximately 100 yards before Special Verdict. Parking is available on site, and pets are permitted. The area offers year-round access with an average outing duration of four hours.

Trail profile

Gain

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Avg grade

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Steepest

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High point

4,603 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start4,603 ft

2Climbing Route4,603 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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