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Tour to Woody Creek Cabin

Tour to one of the most iconic backcountry cabins in Montana near Cooke City.

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
3.2 km
Ascent
329 m
Descent
27 m
Duration
1-2 hrs
Low Point
2.3 km
High Point
2.6 km
Gradient
25˚
Tour to Woody Creek Cabin Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's very remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between November and May. From a low point of 2.3 km to the maximum altitude of 2.6 km, the route covers 3.2 km, 329 vertical metres of ascent and 27 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 1.3 and Labande grade 1. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

This tour begins in town and heads into the Beartooth mountains towards Wyoming. This tour takes you to a backcountry cabin with legendary terrain.

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

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

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

between November and May

Equipment required

  • Skins