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Elevation: 4,620 ft 1,408 m
GPS: 39.1016, -108.7346
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The canyon you drive up when entering the Monument from the western kiosk. Several climbs can be accessed within easy reach of the road. Typical Momument affairs including loose /dirty rocks, and high ratio of adventure per pitch can be found.

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Drive towards the Monument and head up into the West entrance. Fruita Canyon is the canyon that you drive up through before the first tunnel.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Fruita Canyon

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
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5.10b/c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b
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5.11+ 7a 24 VIII 24 E4 6a C1
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Trad, Aid 4 pitches
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5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a Trad
● Taper (unknown)
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5.10b/c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b Trad
● Ribbed Buttress
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5.11+ 7a 24 VIII 24 E4 6a C1 Trad, Aid 4 pitches
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