Sharing a hiking trail just southeast of the First Flatiron, the Second Flatiron is a similar-looking, but smaller pointed monolith peaking near 7,100 feet in elevation. While a hike will get you near the base of the first flatiron, the giant sandstone slab (elevation of approximately 7,300 feet at the top) is very popular for rock climbing. First FlatironĪs the northernmost formation, the “First Flatiron” is one of the most recognizable and visited in the area. Besides the numbered flatirons, there are also several smaller named and unnamed rock formations that can be found throughout the area.
To keep things simple, these five, giant, triangular-shaped, conglomeratic sandstone slabs are commonly referred to as the First, Second, Third, Fourth, and Fifth Flatiron.
5 Flatirons and other notable rock formations You can see Bear Peak, Green Mountain, and Flagstaff Mountain in this shot. Located on the eastern slope of Green Mountain, there are five “numbered” Flatirons that are considered to be the five “primary” features, each protruding out of the ground at roughly 55 degrees, angled upward to the west. As a set of dramatic, pointed slabs, the Flatirons provide a beautiful background to the city and can easily be identified while observing the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains from any vista in the area. With routes ranging from 5.0-5.7, but big exposure coupled with aesthetic movement and breathtaking scenery, make this an enjoyable experience for everyone.Towering over the southwest of town, the Flatirons are Boulder’s most iconic rock formations.
The iconic Flatirons are a Colorado Front Range climbing adventure not to be missed ! Towering over 1,000′ high above the beautiful lush green meadows of Chataqua Park, and a short drive from the bustling famous walking mall of Pearl Street in Downtown Boulder, Colorado, the Flatirons are a ‘must-do’ for any visiting climber !Īlthough technically not hard by modern day difficulty standards, the difficult route-finding and lack of many fixed anchors or adequate easy to place protection, make an ascent of these famed sandstone walls an enjoyable undertaking from within the care of a local certified mountain guide. Certified AMGA and IFMGA Guided Rock Climbing – The Flatirons – Boulder, Colorado.
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