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Rock Climbing · Telluride, CO

The Jump Problem

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 4 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

65°

Smoky

Feels like 65°

Trailhead temp

48° est. at 13,675 ft

Wind

0 mph

UV index

4.1 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

79ft

High point

13,675ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Jump Problem is a boulder climbing area located near Telluride, Colorado, specifically at Society Turn. The primary feature is a 20-foot (6-meter) boulder problem that involves jumping from a starting boulder to latch a jug approximately 8 to 9 feet up, followed by campus moves and a mantle to reach the top. The climb continues with 10 to 15 feet of moderate slab to the finish. The problem is described as fun and unique, with first ascent attributed to Victor McConnell or a pair of climbers in the fall of 2004. The site is pet-friendly and offers on-site parking. Access involves standing on the boulder just to the left of where the trail hits Society Turn. Protection is none, meaning it is not ideal for falling. The elevation is listed as 13,675 feet in the database, though the web search indicates the specific boulder is 20 feet high. The area is accessible year-round.

Trail profile

Gain

79 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

13,675 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start13,675 ft
2Climbing Route13,596 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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