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Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO

The Rolling Log

difficultFeaturedSpring 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, 23 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

94°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 94°

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

6.6 high

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

14ft

High point

5,598ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Rolling Log is a sport climbing route located in Rifle Mountain Park, near Rifle, Colorado. The area is known for high-quality limestone climbing, particularly on the harder end of the spectrum. This specific route is approximately 30 feet long and features four bolts leading to a lowering anchor with fixed carabiners. It begins and ends with moderate boulder problems. While guidebooks often rate it as 5.11d, local assessment suggests it is slightly easier than that grade compared to other routes in the area. The route is situated 100 feet to the climber's right of the Red Dawn route, starting to the right of a low, long roof. Parking is available at the park, and pets are permitted. The climbing season is year-round, though the broader Rifle area sees increased traffic on weekends from May through September.

Trail profile

Gain

14 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,598 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,591 ft
2Climbing Route5,584 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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