Just Another Cenotaph Corner Wanna-Be stands as a modest but memorable offwidth challenge perched on the Larkspur Rim, just south of Denver, Colorado. The single pitch climb stretches up a broad crack, inviting climbers to wrestle with its resisting angles and distinct texture. The rock’s raw surface exudes a gritty character, one that demands precise technique and patience rather than speed. From the bottom, the crack mouths a steady invitation, wide enough to test your jamming skills and gear placement confidence. The surroundings frame the climb with rugged open air and views that hint at Denver’s edge not far below.

The approach to the route is straightforward, cutting through accessible terrain that shifts between scrub and sparse pines, the light filtering softly through the branches. The air carries a dry crispness typical of Colorado afternoons, with the wind occasionally picking up to remind you this shoulder season climb doesn’t suffer fools easily. At the summit, a unique descent awaits: a 40-foot metal ladder clings beneath an old wire tower, an unusual but essential piece of gear that adds an industrial element to this otherwise natural challenge. For those scouting alternatives, rappelling from a tree near the rim is possible if a solid anchor is found, though it can be tricky to locate.

Protection demands respect. This climb is an offwidth specialist’s playground, requiring tube chocks or similarly sized gear to secure placements in the wide crack. The rock holds these placements well, but the demands of offwidth climbing—often more about body positioning and less about holds—mean gear needs to be right-sized and thoughtfully set. Expect to rely on traditional protection rather than fixed hardware.

Aspiring ascenders will appreciate the climb’s straightforward logistics: one pitch and a 5.9- rating situate it as approachable to intermediate trad climbers keen to sharpen their wide-crack skills in a less-traveled spot. Despite the low star rating—which reflects both the climb’s niche appeal and its rough rock texture—there’s a genuine reward in tackling this feature, a raw slice of Colorado’s vertical lines that stretches your technique and mental focus. Timing your ascent during cooler parts of the day helps keep friction under control, and early fall, when the winds pick up but temperatures remain temperate, strikes a fine balance.

In sum, this route offers a quiet moment away from the busier crags, a chance to connect with a slice of climbing history and a demanding physical puzzle. Steve Sarns and his partner’s first ascent in 1981 has passed into local lore, and the climb now waits for those who appreciate offwidth climbing’s rugged charm and the practical challenge of setting gear in a wide, assertive crack. Preparation is key: bring your best offwidth protection, be ready for an unconventional descent, and savor the sweat-earned satisfaction of climbing a line that still stands mostly untouched since its faded early days.