1.1 km away
Bald Hike
This Bald Mountain hike-to trail is an overlooked gem
Difficult Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 406 m
- Ascent
- 108 m
- Descent
- 0 m
Zipper Rock
Telluride
Massive Cliff/Rock at the bottom of Black Iron Bowl
Freeride Skiing Severe
- Distance
- 576 m
- Ascent
- 1 m
- Descent
- 96 m
- Low Point
- 3.4 km
- High Point
- 3.5 km
- Gradient
- 32˚
Zipper Rock is a double black diamond extreme run that can be accessed by hiking from the Prospect Express (lift 12), the hike should take you around 25 - 45 minutes depending on where you drop in. 99% of people will wisely choose to go around this cliff as it's a more direct route and is more safe. Though for the true adventure-seekers out there, this is a great face to hit on a powder day!
Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Trees
- Cliffs
- Walk Required
Similar routes nearby
1.4 km away
Bald 1
The open face of Bald 1 is a friendly introduction to double black terrain.
Moderate Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 284 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 117 m
1.4 km away
Bald 4
Bald 4 is the ridge line jewel of Bald Mountain for experienced enthusiasts
Difficult Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 313 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 168 m
1.7 km away
The Wire
An extreme mountain crack falling from the peak of Silver Mountain
Extreme Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 642 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 462 m
1.7 km away
Silver Chute
Silver Mountain's main chute into Alta Lakes Basin
Extreme Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 497 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 388 m
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