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Hidden Chute

Taos

Runs along a technical spine then spills into open skiing.

Freeride Skiing Severe

Distance
184 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
148 m
Low Point
3.4 km
High Point
3.6 km
Gradient
44˚
Hidden Chute Map

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be severe. It's remote, it features unknown exposure and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 3.4 km to the maximum altitude of 3.6 km, the route covers 184 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 148 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Despite its name, Hidden Chute is fairly well known. It starts with a long section down the spine between High Somewhere and Meatball then drops down a steep wall into the wide section of Meatball. It's fun!

Difficulty

Severe

Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between December and April

Features

  • Trees
  • Cliffs

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