The Pretzel Couloir
A super tight couloir on the north side of granite peak.
Ski Touring Extreme
- Distance
- 294 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 368 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.4 km
- High Point
- 3.8 km
- Gradient
- 59˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be extreme. It's very remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between December and March. From a low point of 3.4 km to the maximum altitude of 3.8 km, the route covers 294 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 368 vertical metres of descent. You'll need rope, skins, ice axe, crampons and glacier kit to complete it safely.
Description
This one of the only ski-able routes on the north side of Granite Peak.
Difficulty
Extreme
Extreme skiing terrain above 45 degrees. These routes are reserved for experienced experts.
Best time to visit
Features
- Single Descent
Equipment required
- Rope
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons
- Glacier kit