Love Again offers a focused, single-pitch sport climb that invites climbers to engage with textured Colorado sandstone in a spot that balances adventure with approachable challenge. Positioned in the Beige Tube Area of The Ledges, within Big Thompson Canyon of the Estes Park Valley, this route delivers 110 feet of varied climbing. You begin just below a modest roof, pulling onto solid jugs and ledges that carve a direct, readable line. From the first bolt, the climb unfolds into a series of easy moves leading you beneath a distinctive pine tree. Careful navigation around the tree’s left side is recommended—the rope finds safer passage here, avoiding wear from rubbing. Once past the pine, the route guides you onto a tombstone-shaped slab. Here, you’ll need to steady your balance as you ascend the angled features hugging the left side of the pillar. The climb culminates at chains awaiting your clip.

While a direct ascent up the clean face to the right hints at a spicier challenge, the established line favors finesse and control. The bolts for nearby routes like Counting Sheep are within sight, but it’s important to remain focused on Love Again’s specific line to maintain safety and route clarity. Legend has it that this area once saw climbing pioneer Layton Kor—his presence still echoes in the ledge below the pine tree, a reminder of the route’s deep roots in Colorado climbing history.

Protection consists of 11 well-placed bolts and chains, providing solid security throughout the climb. However, a key tip for rappelling or lowering your rope is to pull it off to the west side to avoid the common snag of it wrapping around the pine tree. Approach the climb in the morning or late afternoon for the best balance of shade and warmth, and ensure your gear is clipped methodically to preserve the protection’s integrity.

The approach to Love Again is straightforward but demands attention. The Ledges area sits within a patchwork of rocky outcrops and pine groves, accessible via well-marked trails that wind through the Big Thompson Canyon corridor. The hike in from the parking area is short, around 10–15 minutes, on terrain that shifts from forest floor littered with pine needles to rocky slabs that hint at the limestone and sandstone faces above. Keep an eye out for route markers and consult local maps to find the precise entry point.

For climbers preparing to engage with this route, solid sport climbing shoes and light chalk will enhance your grip on the varied rock textures. Hydration is essential, especially in summer when the canyon heats up quickly. A quick warm-up on nearby easier routes is a smart way to get your body ready for the balancing moves on the tombstone slab.

With a moderate 5.8 rating, Love Again serves as both a gratifying introduction to higher-stakes sport routes in the Estes Park area and a rewarding challenge for those seeking to hone technical footwork and route-reading skills in a breathtaking setting. The climb’s layout encourages steady progress and confidence building, making it a great option to spend a reflective afternoon on the wall before descending into the pine-scented calm of the canyon below.