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Rock Climbing · Aspen, CO

The Travesty

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

Live · nearest station Aspen, 2 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

66°

Smoky

Feels like 66°

Trailhead temp

58° est. at 10,223 ft

Wind

0 mph

UV index

4.7 moderate

Sun window

6:15 am to 8:10 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

10ft

High point

10,223ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Travesty is a sport climbing route located on the Main Wall near Aspen, Colorado. The climb features 120 feet of angled rock with eight fixed bolts for protection. Climbers begin in a small open area at the base and trend slightly right toward a large roof near the top. The route requires a 70-meter rope to reach anchors safely. A leveled belay area exists at the base, and the route is situated halfway up the wall face. The elevation of the climbing area is recorded at 10,223 feet in local databases. Parking is available for visitors. The site allows pets. Difficulty is generally considered moderate, suitable for climbers with basic to intermediate skills. Guided tours from Aspen Expeditions typically last four hours and include all technical equipment such as ropes, shoes, harnesses, and helmets. These tours operate year-round, with conditions varying from snow in winter to warmer temperatures in summer.

Trail profile

Gain

10 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

10,223 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start10,223 ft
2Climbing Route10,213 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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