Bushman's Castle
Fuck this looks hard
Alpine Climbing Extreme
- Distance
- 17 km
- Ascent
- 1.4 km
- Descent
- 1.7 km
- Low Point
- 261 m
- High Point
- 1.4 km
- Gradient
- 23˚
This is a popular alpine climbing route which is generally considered to be extreme. It's very remote, it features high exposure and is typically done in May, September and October. From a low point of 261 m to the maximum altitude of 1.4 km, the route covers 17 km, 1400 vertical metres of ascent and 1706 vertical metres of descent. You'll need bivy kit to complete it safely.
Description
This is going to be one really tough hike. No idea if it will actually go at all
Difficulty
Extreme
Long, committing and complex routes with difficult and sustained climbing on rock/ice and challenging route finding throughout. TD upwards.
High Exposure
Much of the route is difficult to protect and a fall could be disastrous at certain points.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Equipment required
- Bivy Kit