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Castle Peak / Basin Peak Access
Lake Tahoe
Access to castle and Basin Peak
Ski Touring Easy
- Distance
- 5.9 km
- Ascent
- 545 m
- Descent
- 94 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.2 km
- High Point
- 2.7 km
- Gradient
- 25˚
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This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be easy. It's remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 2.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.7 km, the route covers 5.9 km, 545 vertical metres of ascent and 94 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 1.2 and Labande grade 2. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
Access rout to Castle and Basin Peak - Start at Highway 80 (Sno-park available)- skinning/boot packing - Easy to Moderate ascent - Good option for Beginner - Many option for skiing - Access to Peter Grub Hut
Difficulty
Easy
Wide gentle slopes at around 20 degrees or less.
Best time to visit
Features
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Skins