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Forest Lakes Couloir

Nederland

An absolute classic steep summer descent.

Ski Touring Extreme

Distance
111 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
128 m
Duration
0-1 hrs
Low Point
3.5 km
High Point
3.6 km
Gradient
55˚
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This sought-after line can be seen by anyone in the Forest Lakes Cirque and holds snow late into the summer. The approach is easy from either Rollins Pass or the Forest Lakes Trailhead. Either follow the Divide to the top or climb the line, respectively. The max angle reaches 60°, and a runnel forms in the summer.

An overview of the Forest Lakes Cirque.
An overview of the Forest Lakes Cirque. Photo: Thomas Beatty
Partially obscured in this photo, the couloir is found inset behind the rock buttress seen in the center of this photo.
Partially obscured in this photo, the couloir is found inset behind the rock buttress seen in the center of this photo. Photo: Thomas Beatty
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Difficulty

Extreme

Extreme skiing terrain above 45 degrees. These routes are reserved for experienced experts.

Medium Exposure (E2)

2 out of 4

As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between May and July

Features

  • Alpine
  • Couloir
  • Single Descent
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Ice axe
  • Crampons