2.3 km away
Spearhead and phalanx overview tour
An high value introduction to the Spearhead and Phalanx Glaciers
Moderate Ski Touring
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.9 km
Climb to access Decker Glacier or beyond
Ski Touring Moderate
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.2 km, the route covers 1.2 km, 243 vertical metres of ascent and 2 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.1 and Labande grade 3. You'll need rope, skins and glacier kit to complete it safely.
Rocky slope, not glaciated
Moderate
Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.
2.3 km away
An high value introduction to the Spearhead and Phalanx Glaciers
Moderate Ski Touring
2.3 km away
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