Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO
The Fortress - The Prow
Before you go
Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 12 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.
Partly Cloudy
Feels like 85°
Trailhead temp
82° est. at 5,571 ft
Storm chance
4% overnight
Wind
5 mph W
UV index
0 low
Sun window
6:21 am to 8:16 pm
Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 604 cfs, water 73°.
Distance
—
Elevation gain
6ft
High point
5,577ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
The Fortress - The Prow is a moderate rock climbing destination located in Palisade, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site features solid rock with real exposure, offering a mix of terrain that includes a 4th class knife ridge near the top. The primary route, The Fortress - The Prow, is rated 5.8 and classified as traditional climbing. Parking is available at the base, and pets are permitted. The area is accessible year-round, from January through December, with a mild climate supporting extended climbing seasons. Climbers should expect a half-day excursion, typically lasting around four hours. The formation rises prominently above the local community, providing views reminiscent of nearby Utah landforms.
Trail profile
Gain
6 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
5,577 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
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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