Rock Climbing · Ouray, CO
Thong Wedgie
Before you go
Live · nearest station Telluride, 12 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.
Smoky
Feels like 60°
Trailhead temp
52° est. at 11,021 ft
Wind
0 mph
UV index
3.1 moderate
Sun window
6:20 am to 8:11 pm
Distance
—
Elevation gain
29ft
High point
11,033ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Thong Wedgie is a sport climbing route located in the Ouray vicinity on Colorado’s Western Slope. The primary route is classified as difficult, while an alternate finish, also known as Red Neck Wedgie, is rated 5.11a. The alternate finish is a 45-foot sport climb featuring five bolts leading to two top anchors. It is situated to the right of the Highway 550 Revisited route and includes a thin move at the top. The original Thong Wedgie route shares anchors with Highway 550 Revisited. Parking is available at the base, and the area is pet-friendly. While general sources suggest year-round accessibility, local conditions such as the CriticalGold Mountain Fire evacuation orders may impact access. Elevation data varies by source, citing 6,973 feet for the general destination and 11,021 feet in the database, though specific route elevations are not consistently defined.
Trail profile
Gain
29 ft
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
11,033 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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