77 routes · Freeride Skiing · Ski Touring
Jim's Glade
Berthoud Pass
Some tight tree skiing
Ski Touring Difficult
- Distance
- 542 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 166 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.3 km
- High Point
- 3.5 km
- Gradient
- 34˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features unknown exposure and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 3.3 km to the maximum altitude of 3.5 km, the route covers 542 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 166 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Jim's Glade is sandwiched between Floral Park, East Side Run, and Telegraph. It is a zone of low to moderately pitched trees. Because the trees are tighter here, it can often hold better snow than the neighboring Floral Park.
Difficulty
Difficult
Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Trees
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