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Rock Climbing · Rifle, CO

Three Dog Night

difficultSpring 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, 25 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

96°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 96°

Wind

10 mph W

UV index

6 high

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:14 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

5,295ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Three Dog Night is a sport climbing route located within Canine Wall in Rifle Mountain Park, near Rifle, Colorado. The route is rated 5.10c and sits at an elevation of approximately 7,071 feet. It is characterized by mostly face climbing with a west to northwest aspect. The wall is shaded and receives sun roughly between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. during high season. Access is straightforward, with parking available at a large pullout across from the adjacent Feline wall. Stairs constructed from railroad ties lead from the parking area up to the climbs. The route is suitable for climbers seeking moderate difficulty, offering a contrast to the burlier limestone sport climbing often associated with the wider Rifle area. The site is accessible year-round, though it sees fair crowds on weekends from May through September.

Trail profile

Gain

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,295 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,295 ft
2Climbing Route5,295 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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