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Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO

The Middle Man

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

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 11 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 7:08 pm.

74°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 74°

Storm chance

5% tonight

Wind

5 mph SSW

UV index

0 low

Sun window

7:02 am to 7:08 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

4,724ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Middle Man is a rock climbing area located in Palisade, Colorado, on the Western Slope. It sits at an elevation of 4,713 feet and is classified as a difficult destination. The site offers on-site parking and allows pets. While the database lists an elevation of 8,758 feet in one source, the specific entry for The Middle Man cites 4,713 feet. Climbers can access the area year-round, with routes available from January through December. The difficulty level is noted as difficult, suggesting a committing ascent for experienced climbers.

Trail profile

Gain

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

4,724 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start4,724 ft
2Climbing Route4,724 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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