Picture of the Week – Rappelling from Glenwood Falls’ Right Side

On the far right of Glenwood Falls is a lower angled, easier climb that is less susceptible to the dangers of sun and warm weather than the main, traditional line. A large pine tree is the customary rappel point for the route but the uphill side of the tree has been hammered by rock fall and has a large gouge in the bark with oozing sap from at least one quartzite block making impact. A few old slings are partially or completely severed from that rock fall and serve as a stark reminder of the importance of checking what you are trusting for rappel.

Rappelling from the far right side of Glenwood Falls in Glenwood Canyon, CO.

Rappelling from the far right side of Glenwood Falls in Glenwood Canyon, CO.

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