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Crown Rock

Colorado > Boulder > Flagstaff

Description

There is not much here for the *serious* boulderer, but there is plenty of fun for the rest of us. The east side contains a big Flatiron-esque slab that's a popular, easy toprope. The west side has a traverse that's good for foot work training and some moderates that scale to the top. The top is obviously popular with the partying crowd as there are usually some empty beer bottles up there. Please observe good trail and climbing etiquette: do not leave trash, and remove existing trash if possible.

The easiest way to get to the top is probably from the west side which is important to know if you want to set up a toprope or party up there.

Getting There

Just before reaching the main parking area, this rock looms on the left side of the road. It's just passed the bike rack if you're starting from the South side main parking area.

Routes from Left to Right

5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a
 23
● East Face
TR
Route Name Location Star Rating Difficulty Date
● East Face
 23
5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a TR

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There are more routes on this than just these three and a few more on the back side. I’m not sure if any of these are the east face, but I would say the green line was 5.5 and the blue line was 5.6+ The orange ran around 5.4. Fun little scrambles.
[Hide Photo] There are more routes on this than just these three and a few more on the back side. I’m not sure if any of these are the east face, but I would say the green line was 5.5 and the blue line was 5.6…
Thanks, Kevin, for the picture. These are the routes I’ve done, the pink being the hardest at 5.7+ or so, a real stem of a problem. Fun climbs all of them.
[Hide Photo] Thanks, Kevin, for the picture. These are the routes I’ve done, the pink being the hardest at 5.7+ or so, a real stem of a problem. Fun climbs all of them.
The East Face of Crown Rock. The parking area is right around the corner on your left going uphill.
[Hide Photo] The East Face of Crown Rock. The parking area is right around the corner on your left going uphill.

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Kevin Coopman
[Hide Comment] This is a great place to start climbing. This was the rock my son starting climbing on when he was 4. It is easy to attach a top rope and start climbing (college students solo it all the time) .

It is like a mini Flatiron and is a good place for people to learn how to rappel. Best starter rock for little kids, they love it!

Thanks,Kevin Mar 23, 2004
Thegillest
Boulder, Colorado
[Hide Comment] The east face is a great after- bouldering "solo" to de-pump or just for fun! The best downclimb will be found on the west side of the rock through a crevice with solid holds. Also, a great beginner top rope with plenty of anchor possibilities. Jul 31, 2012