Hourglass Chute
Bridger Bowl
South Bridgers
Big open couloir to moderate chute then back to open steep couloir skiing.
Ski Touring Difficult
- Distance
- 197 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 145 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.4 km
- High Point
- 2.5 km
- Gradient
- 45˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between December and March. From a low point of 2.4 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 197 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 145 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Wide open steep couloir into a tight, short chute then back into a couloir.
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
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Bowl
- Couloir