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Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO

The Colinator

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

Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 26 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:15 pm.

96°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 96°

Storm chance

3% afternoon

Wind

10 mph W

UV index

4.8 moderate

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:15 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

109ft

High point

5,734ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Colinator is a 100-foot limestone sport climbing route located in Rifle Mountain Park, specifically within the Arsenal sector. It is rated difficult, characterized as stout for its grade with varied movement and good rock quality. The route is composed of three distinct boulder problems separated by good rests, ascending the steepest and most intimidating section of the wall. The start involves meandering up and left to a huge, tombstone-shaped jug before engaging the first and hardest boulder problem, which features small crimps and a desperate cross or dyno. The middle section presents a confusing jumble of crimps, slots, and sidepulls, leading to a final insecure roof sequence before a victory march to the anchors. Access begins just left of the route Pump-o-Rama. A 70-meter rope is recommended for lowering from the anchors. The area is part of the city of Rifle, requiring a daily or season entry pass, with parking available at designated areas.

Trail profile

Gain

109 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,734 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,625 ft
2Climbing Route5,734 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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