Shoshoni Peak Southwest Couloir Center
A steep summer descent.
Ski Touring Extreme
- Distance
- 792 m
- Ascent
- 17 m
- Descent
- 305 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.7 km
- High Point
- 4 km
- Gradient
- 44˚
According to Gerry Roach this one doesn't melt out until the mid-summer. It's consistently 45° and maxes out at almost 60°. Take the Isabelle Glacier Trail all the way to its namesake geographic feature. This is the furthest couloir on looker's right of the cirque. Climb, and once you've reached the top go right for an easy walk to the summit.
Difficulty
Extreme
Extreme skiing terrain above 45 degrees. These routes are reserved for experienced experts.
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
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Couloir
- Single Descent
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons