Climbing Near Lakewood, Colorado

This buildering is located in between Green Mountain, Lakewood, and Golden. You can get a better experience than the buildering in any of those three areas. I am applying to other colleges but not getting in....

This is a lone boulder on the side of the Alameda Parkway, just half a mile shy of the exit ramp to C-470. It is considered Green Mountain Open Space. This needs some more cleaning, and a few holds do break. I recommend a pad, though the landings are quite good. There is a lot of potential for dynos, but since I had no pad, I didn't try any. I'm sure it's been climbed before, but I figured I'd add it to here. From Lakewood, follow the Alameda Parkway towards C-470. This is on the right side on the side of a hill. From C-470, take the exit to Alameda Parkway, and follow it towards Lakewood. The boulder is on the left side on the side of a hill. Per Lang Daly: the closest parking is the Forsberg dog park. Per Locopelli: be on the watch for rattlesnakes. Also, coyotes appear in the area. Per The Muffin Man: there are also some nice pockets that are filled with mouse droppings.

The western side of this rock is more delicate - the rock is more likely to break. Be careful to not grab any delicate pieces if you choose to climb on that side as to preserve the rock and also prevent needless falls. The eastern side is far more sturdy and has some good grip work for beginners. It's a long wall and has a lot of area to play around and work on outdoor technique. It can be pretty hot in early to mid-day with the sun beating down, so plan accordingly. We've climbed here a few times with no issues. There are plenty of mountain bikers around, but it's not a problem. It's a very short walk across the pedestrian bridge from the S. Rooney Road parking lot for Green Mountain. It will be directly on your left when you cross the bridge. You can't miss it.