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Firebreak - Olympic Gate - 2nd Run

Lake Tahoe

Heavenly

This run included more of the Gondola Line.

Also in Nevada, United States of America

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
4.6 km
Ascent
4 m
Descent
965 m
Low Point
1.9 km
High Point
2.9 km
Gradient
29˚
Firebreak - Olympic Gate - 2nd Run Map

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between January and March. From a low point of 1.9 km to the maximum altitude of 2.9 km, the route covers 4.6 km, 4 vertical metres of ascent and 965 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.3 and Labande grade 3.

Description

Coverage was better under the Gondola with about 6" and a foot of powder in the glades.

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between January and March

Features

  • Bowl
  • Trees
  • Walk Required

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