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Bannock Trail

Snowmobile trail connecting Cooke City to Silver Gate

Ski Touring Easy

Distance
5.6 km
Ascent
28 m
Descent
105 m
Duration
1-2 hrs
Low Point
2.3 km
High Point
2.3 km
Gradient
15˚
Bannock Trail Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be easy. It's not remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between October and June. From a low point of 2.3 km to the maximum altitude of 2.3 km, the route covers 5.6 km, 28 vertical metres of ascent and 105 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 1.1 and Labande grade 1. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Groomed sled trail

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

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between October and June

Features

  • Trees
  • Walk Required

Equipment required

  • Skins