Heroine Chute PERMANENTLY CLOSED!

Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Vancouver Island

A crazy line off of Mount Washington

Freeride Skiing Extreme

Distance: 385 m
Ascent: 0 m
Descent: 192 m

Low Point: 1.4 km
High Point: 1.6 km
Gradient: 44˚

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be extreme. It's remote, it features high exposure (e3) and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 1.4 km to the maximum altitude of 1.6 km, the route covers 385 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 192 vertical metres of descent.

Description

One crazy line off of Mount Washington. Is technically permanently closed although tracks can seen going towards the run.

Difficulty

Extreme

Extreme skiing terrain above 45 degrees. These routes are reserved for experienced experts.

High Exposure (E3)

In case of a fall, death is highly likely.

Remoteness

Away from help but easily accessed.