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Delirium

Lake Tahoe

Bowl alternative to Mutant Finger, Pinky Finger, and The Lower Fingers

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
522 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
159 m
Low Point
2.4 km
High Point
2.5 km
Gradient
36˚
Delirium Map

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 2.4 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 522 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 159 vertical metres of descent.

Description

This one is a bit steep at the top, but like the other bowls in this area, it mellows out pretty quickly

Difficulty

Difficult

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

Low Exposure (E1)

1 out of 4

Exposure is limited to that of the slope itself. Getting hurt is still likely if the slope is steep and/or the snow is hard.

Remoteness

3 out of 4

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

Best time to visit

between December and April

Features

  • Bowl
  • Face
  • Trees
  • Walk Required

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