The Flying Dutchman
Rocky Mountain National Park
Another big steep line in the Longs-Meeker cirque.
Ski Touring Extreme
- Distance
- 660 m
- Ascent
- 4 m
- Descent
- 472 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.6 km
- High Point
- 4.1 km
- Gradient
- 60˚
This is the prominent gully the starts at the southwest end of Chasm Lake. In good condition you'll get 55° skiing, but a short ice crux tends to form in the summer (WI2, ~15ft). You'll end up at the Loft, right next to Lamb's Slide. If the skiing doesn't seem so great, you could descend this, since it's much more likely to be good.
Difficulty
Extreme
Extreme skiing terrain above 45 degrees. These routes are reserved for experienced experts.
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
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
- Ice axe
- Crampons