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Sunshine Village

Semi-popular slack-country

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
1.2 km
Ascent
39 m
Descent
167 m
Low Point
2.2 km
High Point
2.3 km
Gradient
24˚
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A popular place for many, often with an igloo/tunnel built at the top of the run after hiking up the boot pack from the top of Wawa chair.

Description

Variety of terrain, namely cliff drops, great powder on reserve due to barrier to access. Excellent place to go for various skill levels. Cliff drops range from 6' to 20' along the cliff band, but many can navigate around as they are not manditory. Most cliff landings are safe, steep enough, and do not require tremendous speed to clear.

Difficulty

Difficult

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

Low Exposure (E1)

1 out of 4

Exposure is limited to that of the slope itself. Getting hurt is still likely if the slope is steep and/or the snow is hard.

Remoteness

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between November and May

Features

  • Trees
  • Cliffs
  • Walk Required

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