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Rock Climbing · Palisade, CO

Zig Zag Rope Drag

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

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 11 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

84°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 84°

Trailhead temp

80° est. at 5,758 ft

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

6.2 high

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:16 pm

Colorado River near Cameo is running 1,660 cfs, water 70°.

Distance

Elevation gain

882ft

High point

5,816ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Zig Zag Rope Drag is a difficult rock climbing route located near Palisade, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The climb takes place at an elevation of 5,758 feet. The route is classified as difficult and typically requires about 5 hours to complete. Parking is available on site, and the area is pet-friendly. The route is accessible year-round from January to December, though weather conditions can vary. Note that recent data indicates the Critical Gold Mountain Fire may be active with evacuation orders in effect, so check current conditions before visiting.

Trail profile

Gain

882 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

5,816 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start5,758 ft
2Pitch 15,816 ft
3Pitch 25,059 ft
4Route Top Out4,934 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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