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The Meadows

Berthoud Pass

Gentle Terrain to access the 80's, 90's, Hourglass Cliffs, Nelson's and Sam's

Ski Touring Easy

Distance
618 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
179 m
Duration
0-1 hrs
Low Point
3.4 km
High Point
3.6 km
Gradient
31˚
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This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be easy. It's remote, it features unknown exposure and is typically done between November and April. From a low point of 3.4 km to the maximum altitude of 3.6 km, the route covers 618 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 179 vertical metres of descent.

Description

The Meadows are to the north of the Upper Weather Station. As the name suggests, they are low angle with sparse trees. Much of the time the snow in The Meadows is very wind affected, but it provides good access to other zones.

Difficulty

Easy

Wide gentle slopes at around 20 degrees or less.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between November and April

Features

  • Trees

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