Meadow Peak
THE MEADOWS - beautiful mountain rambling on skis!
Ski Touring Moderate
- Distance
- 8.3 km
- Ascent
- 974 m
- Descent
- 974 m
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.3 km
- High Point
- 3.2 km
- Gradient
- 28˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's extremely remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between April and June. From a low point of 2.3 km to the maximum altitude of 3.2 km, the route covers 8.3 km, 974 vertical metres of ascent and 974 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.2 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
The Meadows
Difficulty
Moderate
Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.
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
In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.
Best time to visit
Features
- Face
- Alpine
Equipment required
- Skins