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Terminal Cancer

Consistently steep, consistently skinny, consistently dreamy.

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
1.1 km
Ascent
6 m
Descent
622 m
Duration
0-1 hrs
Low Point
2.3 km
High Point
2.9 km
Gradient
49˚
Terminal Cancer Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 2.3 km to the maximum altitude of 2.9 km, the route covers 1.1 km, 6 vertical metres of ascent and 622 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 4.1 and Labande grade 4. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Perfect splitter Couloir that just keeps going and giving.

Difficulty

Difficult

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

Medium Exposure (E2)

2 out of 4

As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between December and April

Features

  • Couloir

Equipment required

  • Skins