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Rock Climbing · Silverton, CO

Tempered By Fire

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, 12 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

80°

Thunderstorms

Feels like 80°

Trailhead temp

68° est. at 12,075 ft

Storm chance

29% afternoon

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

2 low

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

220ft

High point

12,297ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Tempered By Fire is a rock climbing destination located near Silverton, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 12,075 feet, though one source lists the elevation as 6,253 feet. The climbing difficulty is classified as moderate, with routes estimated to take approximately 5 hours to complete. Access includes available parking, and the area permits pets. The climbing season extends year-round, from January through December. The location is situated off County Road 2 (Highway 110), near the Eureka area. While the primary listing identifies it as rock climbing, search results also associate the name with ice climbing routes (WI4/5) in the vicinity, suggesting the area supports multiple climbing disciplines. The surrounding Silverton area features a mix of bolted and traditional lines, with altitudes generally above 9,000 feet.

Trail profile

Gain

220 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

12,297 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start12,139 ft
2Pitch 112,077 ft
3Pitch 212,182 ft
4Route Top Out12,297 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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