Wyoming · Rock climbing · Shell

The Shroud

Wyoming crag with varied climbing and accessible routes.

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Alert in the area

The Forest Service lists an alert for Medicine Wheel Ranger District.

  • Forest Special Order 02-02-03-25-05 Shell Falls Interpretive Site Closure

    Agency alert covering Medicine Wheel Ranger District · Order 02-02-03-25-05 · USFS · Medicine Wheel Ranger District

As of · Source: USFS · Medicine Wheel Ranger District. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Best time to visit The Shroud

Best months: June–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.

  1. Jan

    30° / 8°

  2. Feb

    29° / 7°

  3. Mar

    35° / 13°

  4. Apr

    41° / 18°

  5. May

    50° / 28°

  6. Jun

    61° / 35°

  7. Jul

    71° / 42°

  8. Aug

    70° / 41°

  9. Sep

    61° / 33°

  10. Oct

    46° / 23°

  11. Nov

    36° / 15°

  12. Dec

    29° / 8°

Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Burgess Junction, WY, 13.6 mi away at 8,060 ft. The station sits about 1,400 ft higher than this place, so expect it a little warmer here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

The Shroud is a Wyoming climbing destination offering solid rock and engaging climbing for a range of abilities. The area's setting and character make it an appealing stop for climbers looking to experience the state's diverse climbing landscape. Whether you're working on technique or pushing your limits, The Shroud provides the kind of climbing experience that keeps people coming back.

Routes

No routes catalogued here yet

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