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The Northwestern Cirque

Lake Tahoe

The Friendliest of the Deadwood Peak Runs

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
1.9 km
Ascent
9 m
Descent
552 m
Low Point
2.3 km
High Point
2.8 km
Gradient
35˚
The Northwestern Cirque Map

While not easy at all, this is certainly the most risk free of all the Deadwood Peak Faces. It is still very steep at some points. However, it's easily the least risky line due to there being limited exposure, and generally good snow cover. Still, it's much harder than your average double black. Start with hiking up to the beginning of The Northern Face and cut sharply skiers left till you see the entrance for the North-West Face. The entrance will be very narrow and often times littered with rocks, but once you make it to the left side of the face, it's a very nice, consistent pitch till the bottom. Experts only...

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

  • Face
  • Walk Required

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