Rock Climbing · Grand Junction, CO
Whirling Dervish
Before you go
Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 0 miGood window today. Daylight to 5:05 pm.
Clear
Feels like 36°
Wind
5 mph ESE
UV index
0 low
Sun window
6:49 am to 5:05 pm
Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 1,690 cfs and falling, water 48°.
Distance
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Elevation gain
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High point
4,593ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Whirling Dervish is a rock climbing area located in Grand Junction, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site is classified as difficult, offering routes that require skill and physical endurance. Climbers can expect challenging ascents with varying levels of exposure. The area is accessible year-round, from January through December. Parking is available at the site, and pets are permitted. The elevation is listed as 4,593 feet in the database, though one source cites 6,623 feet; the lower figure aligns with the general Grand Junction elevation context. The climbing features jaggy red rocks and exposed cliff faces typical of the region. Climbers should be prepared for committing climbs.
Trail profile
Gain
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Avg grade
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Steepest
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High point
4,593 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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