Granny Face
Steep route down the Face of Granny's Nipple.
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 141 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 67 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.4 km
- High Point
- 2.5 km
- Gradient
- 31˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's extremely remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done in undefined. From a low point of 2.4 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 141 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 67 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Steep face with rocks and a steep pitch.
Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
Best time to visit
Features
- Face