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Rock Climbing · Grand Junction, CO

The Cleansing

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

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 1 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

99°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 99°

Storm chance

2% afternoon

Wind

5 mph WNW

UV index

5.5 moderate

Sun window

6:22 am to 8:16 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 585 cfs, water 76°.

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

4,610ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Cleansing is a difficult rock climbing route located in the Grand Junction area of Colorado’s Western Slope. Situated at an elevation of 7,872 feet, the route typically takes about six hours to complete, indicating a committing and physically demanding ascent. The site offers convenient access with available parking and is pet friendly. Climbing is accessible year-round, allowing for visits from January through December. While specific route beta is not detailed in the provided sources, the location is part of the broader Grand Junction climbing context, which features canyon walls and desert cliffs. Climbers should consult local guidebooks such as 'Grand Junction Rock' or resources from Summit Canyon Mountaineering for detailed beta.

Trail profile

Gain

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

4,610 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start4,610 ft
2Pitch 14,610 ft
3Pitch 24,610 ft
4Pitch 34,610 ft
5Route Top Out4,610 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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