Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO

Vulgar Display of Power

difficultSpring climbing conditions. Route may be wet after rainfall. Check weather forecast before climbing.

Directions

Before you go

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 13 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

89°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 89°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

7.6 high

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:16 pm

Colorado River near Cameo is running 1,660 cfs, water 71°.

Distance

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Elevation gain

290ft

High point

5,450ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Vulgar Display of Power is a trad climbing route located in Palisade, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The route is a 220-foot single pitch with a Grade II rating, described as long and sustained but easier than the adjacent 'Rusty Cage' climb. First ascended by Steven Van Sickle and Jay Smith, the climb features a mix of protection: the first bolt is located 50 feet up, requiring climbers to bring thin pins, nuts, and small cams for the initial section. Above the first bolt, the route relies on bolts leading to the second belay of 'The Ribbon'. Climbers should bring at least 18 to 20 quickdraws. The area sits at an elevation of 5,160 feet and offers parking. Access requires yielding to mining vehicle traffic on Camp Bird Road, where mining operations by Revenue and Camp Bird Mines have resumed. Rockfall and icefall are noted hazards. The area is pet-friendly and accessible year-round.

Trail profile

Gain

290 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

5,450 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,160 ft

2Pitch 15,237 ft

3Pitch 25,450 ft

4Route Top Out5,370 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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