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Draco

Lake Tahoe

The most technical and gnarly line in this constellation bowl area

Freeride Skiing Severe

Distance
354 m
Ascent
8 m
Descent
116 m
Low Point
2.6 km
High Point
2.7 km
Gradient
36˚
Draco Map

Draco is by far the most challenging line in the constellation bow zone. A short hike up from Frog Pond Gully is required to access it. Don't be fooled by its ease of access though. Draco has an incredibly exposed and high risk entry that requires you to drop a cornice into a cliff riddled chute between rocks. In most years, straightlining is your only safe option here. Once you clear the entrance, the run mellows and becomes much more similar to its neighbors (in that it filters into some really fun, albiet brief tree terrain). This is a huge step up from the other runs in Constellation bowl and should really only be attempted by those who know what they're doing.

Difficulty

Severe

Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.

High Exposure (E3)

3 out of 4

In case of a fall, death is highly likely.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between January and March

Features

  • Face
  • Trees
  • Cliffs
  • Walk Required

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