The Keyholes
Several steeper shots on the Southeast Face of Pawnee Peak.
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 793 m
- Ascent
- 8 m
- Descent
- 315 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.5 km
- High Point
- 3.8 km
- Gradient
- 44˚
You've got a few options to pick from, so scope them out on the way up. You can choose to either go towards Pawnee Pass, or follow the description for Pawnee Peak Southeast Slope and ski from the summit to here. They all end up at the tarn found on the approach to Pawnee Couloir, where you can rejoin the trail back down.
Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
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
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Skins
- Crampons