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Sacajawea Up Track

North Bridgers

Access Route to Sacajawea

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
3.3 km
Ascent
657 m
Descent
66 m
Duration
2-3 hrs
Low Point
2.3 km
High Point
2.9 km
Gradient
35˚
Sacajawea Up Track Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's an unknown remoteness, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between October and July. From a low point of 2.3 km to the maximum altitude of 2.9 km, the route covers 3.3 km, 657 vertical metres of ascent and 66 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.2 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Most popular way to the top of Sacajawea.

Difficulty

Difficult

Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.

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.

Best time to visit

between October and July

Features

  • Walk Required

Equipment required

  • Skins