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Twin Trees Trib

Taos

Essentially another entrance to Twin Trees Chute

Freeride Skiing Severe

Distance
128 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
59 m
Low Point
3.5 km
High Point
3.6 km
Gradient
34˚
Twin Trees Trib 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 3.5 km to the maximum altitude of 3.6 km, the route covers 128 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 59 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Twin Trees Trib enters Twin Trees Chute from the top of the Treskow Ridge. It doesn’t go far before you’re fully into Twin Trees. This is the more commonly used way to get into Twin Trees as it is open more often.

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

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