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Giza Face

Lake Tahoe

Alternative Back Bowl to Forestdale Bowl

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
941 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
307 m
Low Point
2.5 km
High Point
2.8 km
Gradient
31˚
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This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's extremely remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between January and March. From a low point of 2.5 km to the maximum altitude of 2.8 km, the route covers 941 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 307 vertical metres of descent.

Description

This run is a slightly more challenging alternative to Forestdale Bowl as there's some rock exposure at towards the top and middle of the bowl. It doesn't hold snow nearly as well however and should generally not be done over Forestdale Bowl unless the snow quality is superb.

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

  • Bowl
  • Face
  • Cliffs
  • Walk Required

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