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The Ameristar Bouldering

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Routes in The Ameristar

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	Roulette V11-12 8A+ PG13
	Russian Roulette V12 8A+ PG13
	Dodge in Hell V10 7C+ PG13
	Monarch V3 6A
	Craps V7- 7A+
	Slots V0-1 4+
	Playin’ the Slots V9 7C
	F*ck the Wind V3 6A R

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Elevation:	8,304 ft	2,531 m
GPS:	39.80425, -105.50181 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	Chris Deuto on Nov 13, 2021
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Access Issue: Neighborhood Proximity! Details

Though the boulder itself is on public land, it is within a few hundred yards of a nice, quiet neighborhood with active residents. Please do not give us boulderers a bad rep by blasting music, yelling spray, raging, or being an overall clown. Since the parking is discreet and just outside the neighborhood, taking part in annoying/disruptive activities is a great way to develop access issues. With that said, I’ve kept a low profile as I’ve established these problems and had no unwanted attention, only the occasional resident watching in interest.

Description

The Ameristar is quite simply one of the most incredible boulders on the Front Range. Named after the unmistakably huge nearby Ameristar Casino, this remarkable zone hosts a couple of amazing hard lines. With a sunny aspect, as well as a less than 10 minute approach on a developed trail, I really hope this area can become popular.

Getting There

From the main intersection in Black Hawk, head west on the CO 119 until a left turn onto Chase St., which is a small neighborhood road. It is west of the Gold Rush (?) Casino and east of the fire station. Follow the paved road through the nice and quiet valley passing underneath the obvious boulder. The road becomes dirt and at a locked gate, there is limited parking. Start on the trail, making the first right possible onto a hike only trail that leads up to the Tram Trail. Head right on that until you reach the boulder. Though that seems complex, it’s very easy and fun walking to the boulder.