Bell Mountain
North Couloir Descent
Ski Touring Difficult
- Distance
- 6 km
- Ascent
- 13 m
- Descent
- 1.2 km
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.2 km
- High Point
- 3.4 km
- Gradient
- 40˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's extremely remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between April and June. From a low point of 2.2 km to the maximum altitude of 3.4 km, the route covers 6 km, 13 vertical metres of ascent and 1165 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.3 and Labande grade 4. You'll need skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
North Couloir Descent
Difficulty
Difficult
Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
Remoteness
In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.
Best time to visit
Features
- Bowl
- Alpine
- Couloir
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons