77 routes · Freeride Skiing · Ski Touring

Nitro Cliffs
Berthoud Pass
A short, steep face with a big cliff.
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 374 m
- Ascent
- 3 m
- Descent
- 125 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.4 km
- High Point
- 3.6 km
- Gradient
- 41˚

The entrance to Nitro Cliff is a large, eastern aspect convexity that is often wind loaded. Avalanche danger here is significant. Getting caught in an avalanche would mean being taken over a large cliff and through rocks. Make sure you are aware of the weather, avalanche conditions, and your ability before committing to a route like Nitro Cliff. This has a large mandatory air in the neighborhood of 40+ feet. Because this route requires mandatory air, it is recommended that you wait for the snow conditions to be deep AND stable to consider attempting it.
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
- Cliffs
Equipment required
- Skins