77 routes · Freeride Skiing · Ski Touring
Great Divide
Berthoud Pass
The most obvious route down when looking at the west side from the very top of the pass.
Ski Touring Easy
- Distance
- 726 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 170 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.4 km
- High Point
- 3.6 km
- Gradient
- 25˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be easy. It's not remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between November and May. From a low point of 3.4 km to the maximum altitude of 3.6 km, the route covers 726 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 170 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
This route follows the opening that boot-packers would take on their way up the standard west side approach to the upper west weather station.
Difficulty
Easy
Wide gentle slopes at around 20 degrees or less.
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
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Equipment required
- Skins
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