Annual Climbing Closures

From March 15 through July 15 the following areas are closed to all public use for the protection of nesting peregrine falcons. If climbing in the adjacent Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, check seasonal climbing closures there.

• The Curecanti Needle and adjacent walls within one-half mile, including the tops of the adjacent walls extending 50 feet from the rim edge.

• Climbing routes along the north side of U.S. Highway 50, one-half mile east and west of mile marker 149.

Developed trails and overlooks are excluded from this closure.