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Tamarack

Lake Tahoe

Alpine gully that requires a prolonged traverse

Freeride Skiing Moderate

Distance
649 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
169 m
Low Point
2.5 km
High Point
2.7 km
Gradient
23˚
Tamarack Map

Accessed from the Sunrise Alternate, Tamarack is a long run that leads to a brief gully that sits adjacent to Deception Dive. While this run is certainly more visually interesting than the Sunrise Alternate, the even more arduous traverse required to get out is not really worth it.

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

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

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

  • Cliffs
  • Walk Required

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