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Sargeants from Bluebird

Start at top of Bluebird lift and skin to summit

Ski Touring Easy

Distance
1.9 km
Ascent
140 m
Descent
82 m
Duration
0-1 hrs
Low Point
2.3 km
High Point
2.4 km
Gradient
16˚
Sargeants from Bluebird Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be easy. It's remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between January and March. From a low point of 2.3 km to the maximum altitude of 2.4 km, the route covers 1.9 km, 140 vertical metres of ascent and 82 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Easy tour from the lift to the summit

Difficulty

Easy

Wide gentle slopes at around 20 degrees or less.

Low Exposure (E1)

1 out of 4

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between January and March

Features

  • Tree Skiing

Equipment required

  • Skins