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Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO

Teacher's Pet

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, 7 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

80°

Thunderstorms

Feels like 80°

Trailhead temp

70° est. at 11,671 ft

Storm chance

29% afternoon

Wind

5 mph WSW

UV index

2.6 low

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

11,798ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Teacher's Pet is a rock climbing area located in Ouray, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The spot features moderate difficulty routes and is situated at an elevation of 11,671 feet. Parking is available for visitors. The site allows pets. Climbers can access the area year-round, with operations running from January through December. The approach to the climbing walls is described as relatively short. A typical outing at this location lasts approximately 4 hours, making it suitable for a half-day visit. The rock type is solid, and the terrain offers varied options for climbers.

Trail profile

Gain

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

11,798 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start11,798 ft
2Climbing Route11,798 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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