Snow Stake South
Salida
Low-angle, open glades and trees.
Ski Touring Easy
- Distance
- 690 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 160 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.4 km
- High Point
- 3.6 km
- Gradient
- 22˚
Good snow and low angle makes this a terrific winter option. Either park at the small pulloff just before the summit of the Pass (on the Salida side), or park at the summit. For the latter, follow the skintrack described in Crest Bowl. For the former, skin up the gully until a saddle is reached. Go left (south) from here until you reach the summit. Ski back the way you came.
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
Features
- Tree Skiing
Equipment required
- Skins