Curecanti Needle

Regulations on 30 October 2026

Signs at the site and later resolutions prevail; check the source.

• Prohibited during a period

  Climbing · 15 Mar to 15 Jul

  Not in force on 30 October 2026

  J F M A M J J A S O N D
  • - 4. Seasonal Wildlife Closures
  • - From March 15 through July 15, the following areas are closed to all public use:
  • - The Curecanti Needle and adjacent walls within one-half mile, including the landscape portions above the canyon wall(s) extending 50 feet from the rim edge. Developed trails and overlooks are excluded.

  Published by National Park Service · Curecanti National Recreation Area Superintendent’s Compendium

In Curecanti National Recreation Area

Regulated zone

Curecanti National Recreation Area

These hold everywhere inside the boundary, whether or not a site is marked.

• Regulated

  Climbing · All year

  In force on 30 October 2026

  J F M A M J J A S O N D
  • - 1. Climbing
  • - The following climbing practices are prohibited:
  • - The placement of new fixed anchors that results in rock alteration during installation when the ability to place removable protection is available. Installation of fixed anchors requires a permit signed by the Superintendent.

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  • - 4. Seasonal Wildlife Closures
  • - From March 15 through July 15, the following areas are closed to all public use:

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

  Published by National Park Service · Curecanti National Recreation Area Superintendent’s Compendium