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Dog's Leg Couloir

Lyngen

Amazing steep skiing line in the Lakselvtindane massif

Ski Touring Severe

Distance
11 km
Ascent
1.6 km
Descent
1.6 km
Duration
6-7 hrs
Low Point
27 m
High Point
1.5 km
Gradient
54˚
Dog's Leg Couloir Map

Ascend Himmelske Freds plass by Tomas Couloir. Head south to the col south of Tomastinden and enter a ramp before the couloir starts. The couloir has a crux in the upper part that depending on the snow might by some rock outcrops. The couloir turns to the right, then turning to the left before joining with Superbahn. Follow Superbahn, i.e. the fall line down to the skin tracks and transport leg down to the car.

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 February and April

Features

  • Alpine
  • Cliffs
  • Couloir

Equipment required

  • Skins

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