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Drifter

Open line down the ridge

Freeride Skiing Moderate

Distance
1.4 km
Ascent
0 m
Descent
242 m
Low Point
1.6 km
High Point
1.8 km
Gradient
20˚
Drifter Map

With fresh snow and/or prevailing south westerly winds, this line can hold powder stashes for a few days mid week. Playing in the more open sections of the eastern face of the Guthega Trig, means this line is not step nor following the fall line, but with no hiking required to reach the dam wall, it proves to a popular way out at the end of a long day.

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

Medium Exposure (E2)

2 out of 4

As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between June and September

Features

  • Bowl

Equipment required

  • Skins

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