Recreation area

Joes Valley Bouldering

Manti-La Sal National Forest · Colorado — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Joe's Valley is one of the world's premier bouldering destinations. The sandstone boulders that line the hillsides are seemingly made for climbing: the rock is textured but skin-friendly, it's featured yet strong, and the landings are generally fantastic. Approaches are almost all 5 minutes or less. Workers have recently put in a bathroom, and worked on access trails and landing zones in both Straight Canyon and Cottonwood Canyon. Climbing Zones we have worked on include: Trent’s Mom, Big Joe, Eden Zone, Hillside/Hulk, and Riverside. For an Overview of Joes Valley Bouldering visit mountainproject.com

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.