Tucked on the west side of No Name Creek, just beyond the low hum of Glenwood Springs’ water diversion, Poison Ivy? (Garden Salad) stands out as an approachable yet subtly challenging climb. This route, marking the far left of the Poison Ivy Wall, draws climbers with its lean, thin crack that demands precision and attention. Starting from the utility road hugging the creek, you’ll cross the water via a nearby bridge and then follow a worn path downstream to where a rusted silver door in the cliff hints at the waterworks behind the scenes. Above and right of this door, the cliff band breaks open to reveal the wall’s thin crack system.

The climb’s character is defined by its slender crack running the length of the 60-foot pitch, calling for steady placements of thin nuts and cams that fit snugly in granite’s tighter edges. About fifteen feet up, a lone fixed pin offers a reassuring nod to the climb's history and a small anchor point. Movement on Poison Ivy? blends delicate crack jams with face climbing that keeps your balance on rock with just enough texture to grip, teasing out a steady rhythm as you gain height.

Towards the top, the route funnels left into a narrow v-notch where a rappel anchor awaits. This descent point is the go-to for most, sitting just shy of 5.9 difficulty—though friendly debate persists over whether it leans closer to 5.8. For those ready to push harder, a longer finish runs right into a steep, right-leaning hand crack. From here, climbers navigate a run-out slab towards a pine-tree anchor, bumping the difficulty into sustained 5.10+ moves that reward confident climbers with subtle exposure and increased commitment.

The history of Poison Ivy? is quietly storied; locals credit Kor with the first ascent decades ago. More recently, the scrub and brush crowding the crack were cleared out in ’97 by Patrick Odenbeck and his partner, rejuvenating the line as a welcome option among No Name’s granite walls. Next door, a sharper arete pitches at 5.11+, offering prime top-rope training for those eyeing a step up in difficulty.

Preparation for Poison Ivy? calls for a solid rack built around thinner cams and nuts to maintain secure placements on the narrow crack. The approach is short but steep enough to require sturdy footwear and care crossing the creek bridge that looms just below.

The proximity to Glenwood Springs makes this climb an attractive half-day adventure — perfect for an afternoon outing that balances the thrill of trad protection with straightforward terrain. Ideal climbing windows fall in spring and fall when temperatures keep the granite cool and the water levels low, minimizing slipperiness on the creek crossing and approach trail. The west-facing wall catches afternoon sun, so morning climbs offer cooler conditions and quieter trail access.

Descending is straightforward via descending on fixed anchors from the v-notch or pine tree, but vigilance on loose rock is encouraged. This short but rewarding route is a solid option for trad climbers seeking a technical crack with historical roots and manageable approach in one of Colorado’s lesser-celebrated canyons.