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Fourth of July Bowl

Lake Tahoe

A very fun mellow bowl

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
965 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
248 m
Low Point
2.7 km
High Point
2.9 km
Gradient
33˚
Fourth of July Bowl 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 January and March. From a low point of 2.7 km to the maximum altitude of 2.9 km, the route covers 965 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 248 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.1 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

This is a great introduction to backcountry bowl skiing for the above-average intermediate rider. It's relatively short, not too steep and generally has great snow!

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 January and March

Features

  • Bowl
  • Walk Required

Equipment required

  • Skins

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