Ozone

Kicking Horse

A steep run that is used in the most of the freeride world tours

Ski Touring Extreme

Distance
522 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
257 m
Duration
0-1 hrs
Low Point
2.2 km
High Point
2.5 km
Gradient
40˚
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This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be extreme. It's remote, it features extreme exposure (e4) and is typically done between December and March. From a low point of 2.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 522 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 257 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 5.1 and Labande grade 5.

Description

Steep Cliffs Open Run

Difficulty

Extreme

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

Extreme Exposure (E4)

4 out of 4

In case of a fall, the skier faces certain death.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between December and March

Features

  • Alpine
  • Cliffs
  • Single Descent