Colorado Springs - Suggestions for bringing out a group of newbies
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Hey folks, |
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Check out Red Rock Canyon Open Space. There's lots of single pitch easy sport routes out there that you can lead and set a top rope on, and is generally pretty beginner friendly. Silver Cascade Slab in Cheyenne Canyon wouldn't be bad either if you'd rather get out on granite than sandstone. I'd avoid Garden of the Gods for that since it can be a bit busier, and tends to have older fixed gear that might not be awesome for setting a top rope anchor off of (lots of drilled pitons out in the Garden). Either way, Colorado Springs requires you to sign an annual waiver to climb in the city parks (which RRCOS, Cheyenne Canyon, Garden of the Gods, and Ute Valley all are). The waiver is free. You just stop by the Garden of the Gods visitor center and fill it out. |
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You can also give this link a go: |
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Definitely bring to Red Rocks OS. You'll have more climbs to choose from, can either chase or avoid shade, and the tourist crowds are lower and parking easier. |
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Thanks Ya'll RROS looks solid and it means I only need some draws. Much appreciated! |




