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Couloir Extreme Main Entrance

Blackcomb

Whistler

Whistler Blackcomb

Very popular tight and steep couloir, also known as the Couloir Extreme.

Freeride Skiing Severe

Distance
104 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
70 m
Low Point
2.1 km
High Point
2.2 km
Gradient
38˚
Couloir Extreme Main Entrance Map

Looking to get your heart racing? The Saudan Couloir is one of the most famous expert trails found on either mountain. If you are looking for credibility and bragging rights, it has been named one of the top ten steepest ski runs according to Skiing magazine. The top section is extremely steep and technical, which mellows out closer to the bottom, funneling you into Jersey Cream Bowl. If it hasn’t snowed in awhile, expect some very large moguls to contend with up top along with the very steep degree of the slope. You will be able to scope this line from the top of the Jersey Cream Express, as it is right down the center of the bowl to the right of the moraine when viewed from the chairlift, skier's left from the drop in. The line sits right down the center of the bowl. It is accessed from the top of the 7th Heaven at the Horstman Hut, just follow the signage.

Difficulty

Severe

Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.

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

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between December and March

Features

  • Bowl
  • Face
  • Cliffs
  • Couloir
  • Glacier

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