Sleeping Indian Mountain
Colorado crag on a distinctive mountain formation with varied climbing.
Best time to visit Sleeping Indian Mountain
Best months: May–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
41° / 11°
4 wet
Feb
43° / 14°
5 wet
Mar
50° / 21°
6 wet
Apr
56° / 27°
6 wet
May
67° / 36°
7 wet
Jun
78° / 43°
7 wet
Jul
83° / 49°
12 wet
Aug
80° / 47°
12 wet
Sep
74° / 40°
8 wet
Oct
62° / 29°
6 wet
Nov
50° / 20°
5 wet
Dec
40° / 11°
5 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Buena Vista 2s, CO, 1.9 mi away at 7,954 ft. The station sits about 700 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.
Sleeping Indian Mountain offers Colorado climbing on a scenic formation with a distinctive profile. The area provides a mix of climbing experiences suited to various skill levels, with the mountain's exposed position delivering excellent views and direct sunlight. This is a solid destination for climbers seeking accessible rock in a scenic Colorado setting.
Routes
No routes catalogued here yet
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