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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˚
Castle Peak / Basin Peak Access Map

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.

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between December and April

Features

  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins