Crestone Climbing

Climbing Area Map

Routes in Crestone

	Unknown S 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Unknown II S 5.11d 7a 24 VIII 25 E5 6a

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Elevation:	6,173 ft
GPS:	37.99296, -105.70015 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	Layton B on May 17, 2020 · Updates
Admins:	Leo Paik, John McNamee, Frances Fierst, Monty, Monomaniac, Tyler KC Page Updates (admin only)

Description

Crestone is a small town in the San Louis Valley. While this area has not been know for anything except alpine, there are several bolted routes near the North Crestone Campground. I will inquire about the equippers and first ascensionist when I get a chance. A non-climbing friend showed me the crag, but he didn't know anything about its history. I only climbed two routes here, but I suspect there are several more. I will update this area and its routes as I learn more about it. I probably won't head back until spring 2021.

Eds. This is a very small crag with limited climbing. It is not a destination crag. The North Crestone Creek that the crag is situated on is very delicate, and since there’s a campground there, it’s getting trampled by visitors.

Getting There

From CO Highway 17, turn east on to Country Road T towards Crestone. Travel 12 miles into town, and follow the main road. This will take you to North Crestone Campground. At campground 9 or 10, head south towards the creek. Across the creek you will find a crag with several bolted lines.