Autobon Left
A nice-looking curve in the upper couloir gives this line its appeal.
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 434 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 302 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.4 km
- High Point
- 3.7 km
- Gradient
- 44˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's very remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between March and May. From a low point of 3.4 km to the maximum altitude of 3.7 km, the route covers 434 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 302 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.3 and Labande grade 4. You'll need skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
Like the other couloirs on this face, approach by contouring Mitchell Lake first or taking a right-hand turn off the main trail. This is furthest left on the face and has an obvious dogleg up top. It doesn't quite reach the small summit.
Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
Low Exposure (E1)
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
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Couloir
- Single Descent
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons