Crater Lakes Chutes (1-5)
Nederland
Several short-but-steep options exist just above Lower Crater Lake South.
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 450 m
- Ascent
- 2 m
- Descent
- 126 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.2 km
- High Point
- 3.3 km
- Gradient
- 40˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between March and May. From a low point of 3.2 km to the maximum altitude of 3.3 km, the route covers 450 m, 2 vertical metres of ascent and 126 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.2 and Labande grade 4. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
A bunch of steep chutes run down to the lake, numbered 1-5 from east to west. They can be scouted out from the top all the way to the bottom. They're fairly steep.
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
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Couloir
Equipment required
- Skins