Mt. Roberts skin track.
Red Mountain Resort
Rossland
A skin track to the top of Mt. Roberts.
Freeride Skiing Severe
- Distance
- 1.8 km
- Ascent
- 209 m
- Descent
- 30 m
- Low Point
- 1.8 km
- High Point
- 2 km
- Gradient
- 30˚
This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be severe. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 1.8 km to the maximum altitude of 2 km, the route covers 1.8 km, 209 vertical metres of ascent and 30 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
This is an amazing slackcountry area at RED mountain. Very steep and difficult skiing down.
Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Trees
- Cliffs
- Couloir
- Walk Required
Equipment required
- Skins