3.9 km away
Torreys Peak: Emperor Couloir
Ski a spectacular 3,000-foot line off the summit of one of Colorado's most popular 14ers.
Severe Ski Touring
- Distance
- 3.7 km
- Ascent
- 999 m
- Descent
- 999 m
Lenawee Mountain Hike
Arapahoe Basin
Access to Marjorie Bowl
Ski Touring Difficult
- Distance
- 2.7 km
- Ascent
- 740 m
- Descent
- 156 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.4 km
- High Point
- 4 km
- Gradient
- 40˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features unknown exposure and is typically done between March and May. From a low point of 3.4 km to the maximum altitude of 4 km, the route covers 2.7 km, 740 vertical metres of ascent and 156 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
Steep climb up and out along the ridge line to access Marjorie bowl.
Difficulty
Difficult
Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Cliffs
- Walk Required
Equipment required
- Skins
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High Voltage - Morgan Peak
If avalanche conditions are safe this is a good powder stash near Keystone.
Moderate Ski Touring
- Distance
- 8.1 km
- Ascent
- 770 m
- Descent
- 770 m
7.3 km away
Grays Peak - Lost Rat Couloir
Great route for beginner mountaineers—climb an easy 14er, ski a short couloir, and cruise through a fun gulley back to the trailhead.
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 9.9 km
- Ascent
- 928 m
- Descent
- 928 m
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