Colorado · Rock climbing · Red Cliff

Donkey Ear

Alpine line in the Chimneys of Treasure sector at Alpine Rock.

5.7
grade
Alpine No Fixed
style

Is Donkey Ear open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in White River National Forest. It doesn't name Donkey Ear, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · White River National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

One of 18 routes catalogued at Alpine Rock, this climb sits in the middle of the crag's range. An alpine line with no fixed protection in the Chimneys of Treasure sector.

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