Mystery Trees
One of the steepest lines around!
Freeride Skiing Extreme
- Distance
- 139 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 126 m
- Low Point
- 2.1 km
- High Point
- 2.3 km
- Gradient
- 44˚
Mystery trees is a quick climb and ski just off from the piste. It is really fun and steep (measured at 53 deg when i skied it). One can combine it with a trip up Espade Couloir, or just ski on its own. More info and photos at www.couloirquest.com. The difficulty rating for this route utilizes the posted FATMAP criteria.
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.
Best time to visit
Features
- Couloir
Equipment required
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons