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Light Approach Sport Climbing?

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Hrethric · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Oct 2014 · Points: 0

My buddy and I are planning on climbing in the warm Winter weather this coming weekend. His wife plans to come with their young kid, so we need to go somewhere with a super light approach. The only places that stood out to me are Nip and Tuck, which doesn't have a lot, and Castle Rock, which is mostly just trad. Is there anything else? It doesn't have to be BoCo either, those are just the two that came to mind. Thanks!

curt86iroc · · Lakewood, CO · Joined Dec 2014 · Points: 274

North table. 10 min approach to 150+ routes...

Christina kalb · · Boulder, CO · Joined Apr 2008 · Points: 886

Maybe the Catslab in Clear Creek Canyon? The approach is pretty short and flat and it's mostly sport, but it doesn't have much at or above 5.11. What grade(s) are you looking to climb?

Hrethric · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Oct 2014 · Points: 0

We're both 5.12b/c climbers, but honestly I just want to get outside and take advantage of the weather, so that's not as much of a concern. I'll look into Catslab, thanks!

North Table is great, but I think the approach is a little steep for the wife/kid combo.

JCM · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Jun 2008 · Points: 115

A good option would be the Dog House in Clear Creek. It gets a lot of sun and is usually one of the warmer crags in the canyon. The approach does require walking up a short steep slope, but it is very very short; it shouldn't be a problem. There are a handful of good fun gymnastic routes in the low to mid 5.12 range, and some easier options as well.

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starboarder2001 · · Arvada, CO · Joined Feb 2013 · Points: 90

Look at east colfax in clear creek canyon. Short easy approach and relatively kid friendly (except in the summer when the creek is running fast).

john strand · · southern colo · Joined May 2008 · Points: 1,640

it's been 50/60 here in the SLV..Penitente is perfect

Hrethric · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Oct 2014 · Points: 0

Thanks for the responses everyone. These look great - it seems like we'll have no shortage of choices!

Guideline #1: Don't be a jerk.

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