Bomber Traverse
Traverse in the Talkeetna Mountains
Ski Touring Moderate
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 419 m
- Duration
- 6-7 hrs
- Low Point
- 550 m
- High Point
- 1.4 km
- Gradient
- 4˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's very remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between March and April. From a low point of 550 m to the maximum altitude of 1.4 km, the route covers 13 km, 1185 vertical metres of ascent and 419 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.1 and Labande grade 2. You'll need crampons to complete it safely.
Description
Great hut to hut traverse
Difficulty
Moderate
Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Couloir
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Crampons