Tuckerman Ravine (approach)
Route to the premier New England ski tour, Tuckerman Ravine.
Moderate Ski Touring
- Distance
- 4.7 km
- Ascent
- 759 m
- Descent
- 2 m
A legendary glacial cirque in New Hampshire's White Mountains which is home to some mind-blowing ski lines...welcome to "Tucks"!
Ski Touring Easy, Moderate, Difficult, Severe, Extreme
While the Presidential Range of New Hampshire has an abundance of alpine gulfs and ravines, none are as beloved and well known as Tuckerman Ravine.
With easy access to some of the most exciting terrain in the American east, it’s natural that skiers gravitate to this area. Every spring, thousands of skiers will make the 2 hour approach to the floor of Tucks to enjoy spring corn on the glacier eroded slopes. From classic puckering descents such as the Headwall, tamer classics such as Right Gully and big ski mountaineering lines such as Stovepipe, you’re almost guaranteed a fun adventure in Tucks.
One word of caution - don’t be fooled by the East coast myths; Tuckerman Ravine and other zones like it are dangerous places. Avalanches, falling ice, long sliding falls and other big mountain hazards exist here. Carry a beacon, probe and shovel and know how to use them. Use crampons to ascend steep terrain. Avoid traveling directly below gullies and ice features. Ski one at a time and be courteous other skiers and riders. In other words, treat this place with respect whilst enjoying it to the full.
The Mount Washington Avalanche Center issues an avalanche forecast every day at 7:00am and you can use this as a resource to plan your day.
Route to the premier New England ski tour, Tuckerman Ravine.
Moderate Ski Touring
One of the steepest lines anywhere and a classic North American ski descent.
Extreme Ski Touring
The most reliable route in Tuckerman Ravine
Difficult Ski Touring
"Intro" to the Headwall routes.
Severe Ski Touring
An incredibly steep couloir on the right side of Tuckerman Ravine.
Extreme Ski Touring
A great option for first timers in Tuckerman Ravine
Difficult Ski Touring
A narrow, but casual chute with two options
Moderate Ski Touring
A steep and dangerous descent down the traditional Tuckerman Ravine route.
Severe Ski Touring
A very long, spectacular couloir on Boott Spur
Difficult Ski Touring
The exit trail from Tuckerman Ravine, with a great amount of vert.
Easy Ski Touring
A rare treat that requires lots of snow
Moderate Ski Touring
A steep and complex couloir with a wicked exposure.
Extreme Ski Touring
A classic, technical, intimidating couloir.
Extreme Ski Touring
Steep, narrow, technical.
Extreme Ski Touring
A steep couloir on the Boot Spur side of Tuckerman Ravine
Severe Ski Touring
A rare treat on the right wall of Tuckerman Ravine
Difficult Ski Touring
The most complex and exposed line in Tuckerman Ravine
Extreme Ski Touring