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North Pole

Arapahoe Basin

Fun and challenging line down to the east wall

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
266 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
181 m
Low Point
3.7 km
High Point
3.9 km
Gradient
40˚
North Pole Map

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features unknown exposure and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 3.7 km to the maximum altitude of 3.9 km, the route covers 266 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 181 vertical metres of descent.

Description

North Pole is a short and sweet zone that can possibly start off rocky, but it is consistently steep. It will provide skiers/riders with that big mountain feel, although only for a short while.

Difficulty

Difficult

Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between January and April

Features

  • Walk Required

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