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Rock Climbing · Montrose, CO

Working Hard

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

Live · nearest station Montrose, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

89°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 89°

Wind

5 mph NNW

UV index

8 very high

Sun window

6:20 am to 8:12 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

3ft

High point

5,994ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Working Hard is a rock climbing area located in Montrose, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 5,991 feet and features moderate difficulty routes. Access is straightforward with parking available on-site, and the area is pet friendly. Climbers can expect outings to last approximately four hours, depending on their pace and the number of routes attempted. The area is accessible year-round. While Montrose offers various climbing options, including the world-famous Black Canyon and the local Dry Creek Crags, Working Hard provides a specific moderate climbing experience distinct from the extreme multi-pitch trad climbs of the canyon or the sport routes of Dry Creek.

Trail profile

Gain

3 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,994 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,991 ft
2Climbing Route5,994 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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