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Upper Chamonix

Kirkwood

Lake Tahoe

An extremely steep chute that generally has a cornice with a runout into Chamoix

Freeride Skiing Severe

Distance
101 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
85 m
Low Point
2.7 km
High Point
2.8 km
Gradient
47˚
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This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be severe. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 2.7 km to the maximum altitude of 2.8 km, the route covers 101 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 85 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.2 and Labande grade 7.

Description

An extremely steep chute that generally has a cornice with a runout into Chamoix. Almost always requires an air to get into the chute. As the snowpack deepens, you can air into the chute from either side.

Difficulty

Severe

Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.

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 December and April

Features

  • Cliffs

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