8 routes · Alpine Climbing · Freeride Skiing · Hiking
Ski Descent from the Summit of Lhotse
Extremely challenging ski descent first accomplished by Hilaree Nelson and Jim Morrison in 2018.
Freeride Skiing Extreme
- Distance
- 2.7 km
- Ascent
- 9 m
- Descent
- 1.7 km
- Low Point
- 6.7 km
- High Point
- 8.4 km
- Gradient
- 55˚
The ski descent from the summit of Lhotse goes into the Couloir and is very tight with challenging and variable snow conditions.
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Description
Coming out of the Couloir the route goes skiers left of the climbing route.
The line then goes skiers right of the climbing line down the middle of the crazy vast Lhotse face before finally linking back with the climbing line at the bergshrund and to Camp Two.
Difficulty
Extreme
Extreme skiing terrain above 45 degrees. These routes are reserved for experienced experts.
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