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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Climbing Route Closures
The Painted Wall
NPS photo by Lisa Lynch
The Painted Wall

PAINTED WALL CLOSURE
The following areas and routes are closed to public use from March 15 through July 15 for the protection of nesting raptors:

Serpent Point and adjacent walls within one-half mile, including the area above the listed wall(s) from the canyon edge extending for 50 ft. away from the canyon. Climbing routes included in this closure: East Arete, Southern Arete, West Arete, Forrest Walker, Journey through Mirkwood, Stratosfear, The Dragon.

 
Peregrine falcon  

Did You Know?
Black Canyon is home to the fastest bird in the world, the Peregrine falcon. Scientists estimate that Peregrines can reach speeds of over 200 mph in an aerial dive.

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Last Updated: April 16, 2008 at 11:49 EST