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Is the hike to Sundance Buttress difficult?
Not more so than a 3 mile hike to most anywhere else. It usually take about an hour and a half with the last third being the steepest part gaining a bit less than 1000' of elevation. There are more accessible formations with long climbs but nothing is longer than the climbs at Sundance.
Is summer a good time to climb at Sundance and Lumpy Ridge?
The formations at Lumpy Ridge face primarily south. They're kind of rounded buttresses so there are some west and east facing aspects. There is shade at the bases and being in northern Colorado with some elevation there can certainly be some pleasant summer days at Lumpy. On a hot day the hike out in the open at the end of the day can feel pretty rough and sweating through the crux isn't our favorite. Guides will likely want to meet at 6 or 7 in the morning to keep things more pleasant.
Are the climbs here very crowded?
Not typically. Even on a nice weekend in the fall you'll likely not be waiting around for hours while three parties ahead of us get started like Front Range climbing areas but there may be a party when we get to the base. We often like to have a backup plan just in case.
Nearby Climbing Locations
Below are some recommended climbing locations within the vicinity if you're interested in some alternative destinations. Colorado is home to many climbing areas and we want to help you find the one that is best for you!
Common Climbing Course Options
Some climbing areas are better suited for certain types of climbing classes than others. Below are a few of the classes we commonly do here if you are interested in learning to climb. While we can always figure out ways to make something work these climbing courses work well in this area.
