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Deadwood Tree Chutes #1-9

Lake Tahoe

The most challenging tree terrain in the Deadwood Basin Area

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
10 km
Ascent
888 m
Descent
1.3 km
Low Point
2.3 km
High Point
2.7 km
Gradient
35˚
Deadwood Tree Chutes #1-9 Map

This is a much more technical alternative to The Deadwood Glades. The runs are steep and the trees are quite a bit more tight. However, they're pretty short and they end out in a nice gully formed by a river (which be careful skiing, you don't want to go under!) These runs are pretty tough but if you're making the effort to come out here, chances are you'll certainly have the skill and ability to ski these! They have the approximate steepness and technicality of an average double black gladed run at a ski resort. Experts only!

Difficulty

Difficult

Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.

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

4 out of 4

In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.

Best time to visit

between January and March

Features

  • Trees
  • Walk Required

Equipment required

  • Skins

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