Western Colorado Climbers' Coalition

Western Colorado Climbers' Coalition The WCCC is dedicated to preserving access to Western Colorado's climbing areas through land conservation, stewardship, education & land use advocacy.

🚨 Big News, Climbers! 🚨We’re excited to announce that public access to Cabin Wall and The Island in Escalante Canyon is ...
03/07/2026

🚨 Big News, Climbers! 🚨
We’re excited to announce that public access to Cabin Wall and The Island in Escalante Canyon is now OPEN!

Huge thanks to everyone who helped make this possible.
As we head back to these beloved crags, please keep the following in mind so we can maintain continued access and protect this incredible place:

1. Practice Leave No Trace
Help us take care of Escalante Canyon by:
• Staying on designated trails
• Using the provided pit toilets
• Packing out all human waste from campsites and crags using WAG bags
• Avoiding climbing on sandstone for at least 24-48 hours (or when the ground is moist a few inches down) after any precipitation to prevent damage and allow the rock to dry.

2. Respect Private Property
Please be mindful of no trespassing areas, particularly agricultural land near the access points. Remember to drive slowly in and out of the canyon since speeding has been a recurring concern.

3. Watch for Seasonal Raptor Closures
The Island may be subject to raptor nesting closures beginning March 15th. Environmental assessments are underway, and we’ll share updates as soon as we have them. Thanks for giving wildlife the space it needs.

We know everyone is fired up to get back out there and we are too! Thank you for being responsible stewards of this special climbing area.

Climb safe, tread lightly, and have a blast! 🧗💥

📸 Pic 1 & 2 by Ty Sanderford
Pic 3 by David Erbe

You're invited ‼️Join WCCC for our first Climber Social of the year next week at ! This is a low-pressure space to meet...
02/26/2026

You're invited ‼️
Join WCCC for our first Climber Social of the year next week at ! This is a low-pressure space to meet people, build community, and get more involved in climbing—no experience required.

Wednesday March 4 @ 6PM
📍Trail Life Brewing

We hope to see you there!

Huge thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate ’s birthday with us!Between the Citizens Comp, the BBQ, and just h...
02/07/2026

Huge thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate ’s birthday with us!

Between the Citizens Comp, the BBQ, and just hanging with such a solid community, the day couldn’t have been better.

We’re especially grateful to everyone who supported WCCC by grabbing beers and t-shirts—your support truly means a lot and helps keep the climbing community strong

Shoutout to all the climbers, volunteers, friends, and staff who made it happen. We’re lucky to have a community like this. Until the next one.

Huge thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate ’s birthday with us!Between the Citizens Comp, the BBQ, and just h...
02/07/2026

Huge thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate ’s birthday with us!

Between the Citizens Comp, the BBQ, and just hanging with such a solid community, the day couldn’t have been better.

We’re especially grateful to everyone who supported WCCC by grabbing beers and t-shirts—your support truly means a lot and helps keep the climbing community strong

Shoutout to all the climbers, volunteers, friends, and staff who made it happen. We’re lucky to have a community like this. Until the next one.

🚨 Friendly Unaweep reminder 🚨Camping is not allowed at the base or on the rim of Massey Wall. That area is private prope...
01/21/2026

🚨 Friendly Unaweep reminder 🚨

Camping is not allowed at the base or on the rim of Massey Wall. That area is private property, and while the landowners have historically been respectful toward climbers, camping there puts access at risk for everyone.

✅ Remember to:
• Keep a low profile while climbing
• Be extra respectful of private land boundaries
• Camp legally on nearby BLM land

🚫 Please Don’t:
• Camp at the base or on top of Massey Wall
• Leave trash, human waste, or fire scars

🏕️ Where you can camp nearby:
• Dispersed camping on BLM land along Divide Road (above the canyon)
• Dispersed sites near Cactus Park

All camping in these areas is primitive meaning there is no water, always pack it in/pack it out, and make sure to check current fire restrictions.

Thanks for helping keep Unaweep access open for the long haul 🤍🧗‍♀️

📸 by Ken Redding

Kick off 2026 with WCCC! 🧗‍♀️🧹Join us January 21 for a cleanup at 9 Mile Hill—a chance to give back to one of our local ...
01/14/2026

Kick off 2026 with WCCC! 🧗‍♀️🧹

Join us January 21 for a cleanup at 9 Mile Hill—a chance to give back to one of our local climbing areas while connecting with the Western Colorado climbing community.

It’s been unusually warm lately, making this the perfect volunteer day outdoors. Whether your New Year’s resolution is to spend more time outside, give back, or meet more climbers—this is a great way to start.

📍 9 Mile Hill
📅 January 21
🕘 3:00-4:00pm

Bring gloves, layers, and good vibes. We’ll bring the community. We hope to see you there!

Looking for a cozy winter escape with walking access to climbing, hiking, dark skies, and quiet canyon views? ❄️Mother’s...
12/24/2025

Looking for a cozy winter escape with walking access to climbing, hiking, dark skies, and quiet canyon views? ❄️

Mother’s Buttress Casitas is the perfect basecamp in Unaweep Canyon — crisp air, winter sunshine, and epic climbing right outside your door. 🧗‍♀️🌄

Use code WCCC10 when you book and get 10% off your stay, plus 10% of your booking goes directly to the Western Colorado Climbers Coalition, supporting climbing access and stewardship in our backyard.

👉 Book here: https://mothersbuttress.lodgify.com
💸 Use code: WCCC10

Huge thanks to Holly, one of the landowners who lives right in front of Mother’s Buttress, for hosting this special place and supporting the climbing community!

Hey climbers! Hope everyone is having a great start to winter and enjoying the snow this week :)Friendly reminder to par...
12/08/2025

Hey climbers! Hope everyone is having a great start to winter and enjoying the snow this week :)

Friendly reminder to park head-in only at the Sunday Wall /Access Fund trailhead in Unaweep Canyon.

We’ve installed new parking signs to make it clear and protect access for all users. Thanks for being respectful stewards of this rad place! 🧗‍♀️

🧹 Clean-Up Update!Plans have changed a bit — we’re excited to announce a collaboration with the Colorado Canyons Associa...
10/30/2025

🧹 Clean-Up Update!

Plans have changed a bit — we’re excited to announce a collaboration with the Colorado Canyons Association (CCA) for this clean-up! 🙌

🗓 Friday, Nov 7
⏰ 12–2 PM
📍 Meet @ Cactus Park Staging Area (turn off HWY 141, eastbound side)

Join the WCCC + 9 Mile Steward + CCA as we team up to care for our climbing and recreation spaces. Let’s keep our crags and canyons beautiful! 🌄💚

👉 RSVP required: link below and in our bio

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Let’s get our hands dirty for a good cause 💪 Help show some love to our local climbing spaces and keep them looking as g...
10/29/2025

Let’s get our hands dirty for a good cause 💪
Help show some love to our local climbing spaces and keep them looking as good as your beta! 🙌

Join the WCCC and our 9 Mile Steward Friday, Nov 7 at 10am for a clean-up.

We are meeting at the Late Bloomer area!

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🧗‍♀️ Climbers Social Night! 🧗‍♂️Join us at Basecamp on September 17th for a night of community, stories, and stoke. Whet...
08/27/2025

🧗‍♀️ Climbers Social Night! 🧗‍♂️
Join us at Basecamp on September 17th for a night of community, stories, and stoke. Whether you’re a seasoned crusher or just getting started, this is the perfect chance to meet fellow climbers, swap beta, and connect off the wall.

📍 Basecamp, Grand Junction
📅 Tuesday, Sept 17. 5pm-8pm
✨ All levels welcome

Come hang out, grab a drink, and celebrate our climbing community!

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