Rock Climbing · Glenwood Springs, CO
The Knife
Before you go
Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 2 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.
Mostly Cloudy
Feels like 74°
Storm chance
14% tonight
Wind
5 mph ENE
UV index
0 low
Sun window
6:17 am to 8:11 pm
Roaring Fork at Glenwood Springs is running 619 cfs and rising, water 63°.
Distance
—
Elevation gain
56ft
High point
7,123ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
The Knife is a rock climbing destination located in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, on the Western Slope. Situated at an elevation of 7,067 feet, it offers difficult routes that require skill and physical endurance. The site is accessible year-round, with operations spanning from January through December. Visitors have access to parking facilities and are permitted to bring pets. The estimated duration for a climb is approximately 4 hours, though this varies based on the specific route and individual pace. The area is part of a broader climbing region in Glenwood Canyon that includes other notable crags such as Mudwall and Dead Horse.
Trail profile
Gain
56 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
7,123 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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