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South-west couloir of Store Dyrhaugstind

Hard to decide whether the skiing or the view is the best

Ski Touring Severe

Distance
1.2 km
Ascent
13 m
Descent
547 m
Duration
0-1 hrs
Low Point
1.5 km
High Point
2.1 km
Gradient
46˚
South-west couloir of Store Dyrhaugstind Map

A beautiful descent in Hurrungane, this route is perfect for linking Store Dyrhaugstind and Store Ringstind together to create a very long day out in the mountains.

Description

Follow the route description to Store Dyrhaugstind and make sure to bring your skis from Nordre Dyrhaugstind. Continue along the ridge past the summit of Store Dyrhaugstind. You will soon see a flank on your right hand side, narrowing into a couloir heading south-west. This is your line! You should be able to see the bottom of the couloir, where it meets the route to Store Ringstind at the entrance of Ringsbreen Glacier.

Put on your skis at the top of the flank and follow the fall line down the couloir. It is neither too steep nor too narrow, so it is pretty straightforward down to the glacier. That said, it's superb skiing in a wild location!

Be aware that this descend is south facing, so it gains a lot of sun exposure during the day. Take this into consideration when planning this trip, and aim for hitting the line early. It takes a long time to reach the line so you'll need a really early start to get there before the conditions deteriorate.

Down at the glacier you can either continue the descent out down Ringsdalen or you can put on your skins and aim for Store Ringstind. If you have some power left, the last option is highly recommended. Follow the route description to Store Ringstind. You will definitely get a memorable day and will have earned a drink back at the hotel!

Difficulty

Severe

Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.

Medium Exposure (E2)

2 out of 4

As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.

Remoteness

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

between November and June

Features

  • Face
  • Alpine
  • Couloir

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Ice axe
  • Crampons

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