Old Mill Area
Accessible Colorado climbing area with varied routes and scenic setting.
Best time to visit Old Mill Area
Best months: June and September. 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
34° / 9°
7 wet
Feb
36° / 9°
7 wet
Mar
43° / 16°
8 wet
Apr
49° / 22°
9 wet
May
59° / 30°
10 wet
Jun
70° / 38°
9 wet
Jul
75° / 43°
14 wet
Aug
72° / 42°
15 wet
Sep
66° / 35°
9 wet
Oct
54° / 25°
6 wet
Nov
42° / 16°
6 wet
Dec
33° / 9°
7 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Grant, CO, 16.1 mi away at 8,675 ft. The station sits about 500 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
Old Mill Area offers Colorado climbing in a scenic setting with accessible rock suitable for developing climbers and those seeking varied routes. The area combines natural beauty with practical climbing opportunities, making it an approachable destination for building skills across multiple grades.
Routes
No routes catalogued here yet
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