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Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO

The Nipple

difficultSpring 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, 9 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

89°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 89°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

7.4 high

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:16 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 585 cfs, water 73°.

Distance

Elevation gain

16ft

High point

4,849ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Nipple is a rock climbing destination located in Palisade, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 4,849 feet. Climbers classify the ascent as difficult. The route typically takes around 4 hours to complete. Parking is available at the location, and pets are permitted on site. The climbing area is accessible year-round from January through December. Winter visits may require additional precautions and specific equipment due to weather conditions.

Trail profile

Gain

16 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

4,849 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start4,849 ft
2Climbing Route4,833 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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