Crooked Couloir
Although it tends to host a conga line in the spring, it's worth the queue.
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 560 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.5 km
- High Point
- 4 km
- Gradient
- 37˚
Note that this should be done as early in the spring as possible for the optimal descent, as it melts out fairly quickly.
Description
Following the Mitchell Lake Trail, go to the north end of Blue Lake. Climb up the couloir that has a "crook" in it towards the top. The summit is only a short ridge walk away. The "crook" is the steepest part, and also melts out first.
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
- Crampons