Playing With Explosives

Mont Tremblant

Unmarked glade between Dynamite and Expo

Freeride Skiing Extreme

Distance: 407 m
Ascent: 0 m
Descent: 189 m

Low Point: 482 m
High Point: 671 m
Gradient: 31˚

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be extreme. It's not remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between January and March. From a low point of 482 m to the maximum altitude of 671 m, the route covers 407 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 189 vertical metres of descent.

Playing With Explosives (From Lift) Photo: Thomas Garcia

Description

Mandatory 10-15 foot air in the middle of run, parallel to the Dynamite Headwall. Tight trees at the top which mellow out after the cliffs. To get here, take a right directly after the entrance to Dynamite and head into the tight trees.

Difficulty

Extreme

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

Low Exposure (E1)

Exposure is limited to that of the slope itself. Getting hurt is still likely if the slope is steep and/or the snow is hard.

Remoteness

Close to help in case of emergency.