Dinosaur National Monument Climbing Climbing Guide

A curated route guide to Dinosaur National Monument Climbing.

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Dinosaur National Monument Climbing Guide

Dinosaur National Monument offers a surprising variety of climbing across multiple rock types, from limestone sport routes in Irish Canyon to classic sandstone cracks on the Battleship Formation. The climbing here feels remote and adventurous, with quality routes that see fewer crowds than Utah's more famous destinations. Access is generally straightforward, though some areas require longer approaches through the monument.

Classic Routes

The must-do routes that define climbing at Dinosaur National Monument. These lines offer exceptional movement, position, and rock quality that make them worth seeking out regardless of your grade range.

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Beginner Routes (5.6–5.9)

Perfect for building confidence on both trad and sport routes. These climbs offer solid movement on quality rock without overwhelming difficulty, making them ideal for newer leaders or warming up for harder sends.

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Intermediate Routes (5.10–5.11)

Solid routes for pushing your grade or getting quality mileage at your limit. The mix of sport and trad options here gives you flexibility to work on different skills while enjoying sustained, engaging climbing.

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Hard Routes (5.11+)

These routes demand your best effort and solid technique. Whether you're projecting or looking for a serious challenge, expect sustained difficulty and committing moves that'll test your limits.

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