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Kirkwood

Lake Tahoe

Cliff and chute zone at the bottom of the Lower Cirque

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
205 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
86 m
Low Point
2.6 km
High Point
2.6 km
Gradient
38˚
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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 November and April. From a low point of 2.6 km to the maximum altitude of 2.6 km, the route covers 205 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 86 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.2 and Labande grade 4.

Description

The cliff zone at the bottom of Lower Cirque. There are some chutes on the skier's left side that don’t require an air. CAUTION – As the trees get tight, the cliffs quickly approach. Ski this area slowly for safety.

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 November and April

Features

  • Trees
  • Cliffs

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