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North Pole Gate Hike

Arapahoe Basin

Access to the north pole chute and other drop points along the ridge of Lenawee mountain.

Freeride Skiing Moderate

Distance
695 m
Ascent
117 m
Descent
28 m
Low Point
3.8 km
High Point
3.9 km
Gradient
27˚
North Pole Gate Hike Map

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features unknown exposure and is typically done in an unknown time of year. From a low point of 3.8 km to the maximum altitude of 3.9 km, the route covers 695 m, 117 vertical metres of ascent and 28 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Hike up to extreme terrain.

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Features

  • Walk Required

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