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The Diamond (Longs Peak)
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Climbing· 5.8-5.12

The Diamond (Longs Peak)

Rocky Mountain National Park
14 mi
Distance
5,500 ft
Elevation Gain
14-18 hours
Duration
14,259 ft
High Point

Overview

The Diamond is Colorado's premier big wall — a 900-foot vertical granite face on Longs Peak at 14,000 feet. Classic routes like the Casual Route (5.10a) and D7 (5.11) draw climbers from around the world. A full alpine day with a pre-dawn start.

Key Highlights

900' vertical granite face · Classic routes 5.8-5.12 · 14,259' summit · Pre-dawn start · One of North America's best alpine walls

Best Season
Summer/Fall
Technical Rating
5.8-5.12

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