Colorado · Ice climbing · Crestone

Merhar Direct

Alpine route at the lower end of The Crestones' grade range.

5.6
grade
Alpine No Fixed
style

Is Merhar Direct open right now?

No closures listed

The Forest Service lists no closures for Rio Grande National Forest.

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

One of seven routes catalogued at The Crestones, this climb sits at the lower end of the grade span found here. An alpine line with no fixed protection.

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Journey Quest

Ice Climbing business nearby (~31 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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Four Seasons RV Park

Ice Climbing business nearby (~43 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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