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Falls Creek 2

Open bowl smaller line

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
2.4 km
Ascent
22 m
Descent
285 m
Low Point
1.6 km
High Point
1.9 km
Gradient
30˚
Falls Creek 2 Map

Hiking up the ridge beyond the Guthega Trig, this line often commences with a drop over areas that are impacted by significant wind drifts and cornice snow. Lower sections often hold great lines well into even busy weekends.

Description

At the bottom of the line, some elect to follow the line down parallel to Falls Creek, others head up towards the start of The Rolling Ground or Consett Stephen Pass.

Difficulty

Difficult

Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.

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

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

between June and September

Features

  • Bowl
  • Walk Required

Equipment required

  • Skins

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