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Rock Climbing · Glenwood Springs, CO

The Fuse

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, 2 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

70°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 70°

Storm chance

5% overnight

Wind

5 mph ENE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:17 am to 8:11 pm

Roaring Fork at Glenwood Springs is running 625 cfs and rising, water 61°.

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

6,535ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Fuse is a difficult rock climbing crag located near Glenwood Springs on Colorado’s Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 6,535 feet and offers parking for visitors. It is pet friendly. The climbing difficulty is rated as difficult. Access is available year-round, though conditions depend on weather. Climbers should plan for a visit duration of approximately four hours.

Trail profile

Gain

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

6,535 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start6,535 ft
2Climbing Route6,535 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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