Fairy Lake Road
North Bridgers
Forest Road Accessing Fairy Lake Zone
Ski Touring Easy
- Distance
- 7.4 km
- Ascent
- 80 m
- Descent
- 504 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.9 km
- High Point
- 2.3 km
- Gradient
- 20˚
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 all year round. From a low point of 1.9 km to the maximum altitude of 2.3 km, the route covers 7.4 km, 80 vertical metres of ascent and 504 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 1.1 and Labande grade 1. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
Closed in Winter 1.5 miles from highway. A 5 mile groomed snowmobile trail in winter time.
Difficulty
Easy
Wide gentle slopes at around 20 degrees or less.
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
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Trees
- Walk Required
Equipment required
- Skins