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Rock Climbing · Telluride, CO

Y Crack

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

Live · nearest station Telluride, 2 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

78°

Smoky

Feels like 78°

Trailhead temp

72° est. at 10,463 ft

Wind

0 mph

UV index

6.2 high

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

63ft

High point

10,463ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Y Crack is a rock climbing destination located in Telluride, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The site is characterized by difficult climbing routes that require skill and endurance. Elevation sits at 10,463 feet. Access includes available parking and allows pets. The area is open year-round. Evidence from Mountain Project lists numerous single-pitch routes in the vicinity, such as 'Squeeze' and 'Chip Off,' indicating a variety of climb lengths and styles, though specific route grades for Y Crack itself are not detailed in the provided text beyond the general 'difficult' classification. Climbers should prepare for committing ascents with varying exposure.

Trail profile

Gain

63 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

10,463 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start10,463 ft
2Climbing Route10,400 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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