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Rock Climbing · Glenwood Springs, CO

Via Cassia

easySpring 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, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

96°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 96°

Storm chance

3% afternoon

Wind

10 mph W

UV index

5.8 moderate

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:12 pm

Roaring Fork at Glenwood Springs is running 550 cfs, water 63°.

Distance

Elevation gain

13ft

High point

8,934ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Via Cassia is a rock climbing destination located near Glenwood Springs, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 6226 feet and features routes rated as easy, making it suitable for beginners or those seeking a casual climb. The area is accessible year-round, with operations spanning from January through December. Climbers can expect to spend approximately 4 hours completing the route. Parking is available on site, and pets are allowed, allowing owners to bring their dogs along for the activity. The location serves as a self-guided climbing opportunity within the broader Glenwood Springs region, which offers numerous other routes such as Mudwall and Dead Horse. While formal guided tours are less common directly in Glenwood Springs compared to nearby hubs like Boulder or Rifle, Via Cassia provides a convenient option for independent climbers looking for a quick fix on a safe and proven route.

Trail profile

Gain

13 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

8,934 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start8,934 ft
2Climbing Route8,921 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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