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Rock Climbing · Telluride, CO

Underground Railroad

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 1 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

67°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 67°

Trailhead temp

63° est. at 9,838 ft

Storm chance

9% tonight

Wind

5 mph NE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

59ft

High point

9,856ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Underground Railroad is a rock climbing area located near Telluride, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site is characterized by difficult routes designed for experienced climbers. Elevation data varies slightly between sources, cited at 9,838 feet in the database and 5,567 feet in the existing description. Practical amenities include available parking and pet-friendly access. The climbing season extends year-round, with conditions shifting between snow and ice in winter and warmer temperatures in summer. The approach and route conditions can change with the season.

Trail profile

Gain

59 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

9,856 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,856 ft
2Climbing Route9,797 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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