Hermosa
Colorado climbing area with varied routes for developing and intermediate climbers.
Is Hermosa open right now?
Closure in the area
There's a closure order in San Juan National Forest. It doesn't name Hermosa, so check the source for the area it covers.
Multiple roads and trails damaged by flooding on SJNF
Agency closure covering San Juan National Forest · USFS · San Juan National Forest
Bear Activity High Across San Juan National Forest
Agency alert covering San Juan National Forest · USFS · San Juan National Forest
Cascade Flume Safety Closure
Agency alert covering Columbine Ranger District · Order 02-13-08-25-07 · USFS · Columbine Ranger District
As of · Source: USFS · San Juan National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
Best time to visit Hermosa
Best months: May–June and September–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.
Jan
37° / 9°
9 wet
Feb
40° / 11°
8 wet
Mar
47° / 19°
8 wet
Apr
54° / 26°
7 wet
May
63° / 35°
8 wet
Jun
75° / 43°
7 wet
Jul
79° / 49°
14 wet
Aug
76° / 48°
16 wet
Sep
70° / 41°
11 wet
Oct
59° / 32°
8 wet
Nov
46° / 22°
7 wet
Dec
37° / 13°
8 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Lemon Dam, CO, 10.3 mi away at 8,110 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
Hermosa is a Colorado climbing area offering accessible rock climbing in a scenic setting. The crag provides a mix of routes suitable for climbers developing their skills and those seeking solid mid-grade challenges. Its location and character make it a welcoming destination for both sport climbers and those looking to build experience on quality stone.
Routes
No routes catalogued here yet
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