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Broken Top Day Trip

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Mount Bachelor

A decently long day trip on Broken Top

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
28 km
Ascent
1.2 km
Descent
1.2 km
Duration
1 day +
Low Point
1.9 km
High Point
2.7 km
Gradient
25˚
Broken Top Day Trip Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done in January, March and December. From a low point of 1.9 km to the maximum altitude of 2.7 km, the route covers 28 km, 1181 vertical metres of ascent and 1182 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Some more technical and gnarly terrain

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

3 out of 4

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

Best time to visit

in January, March and December

Features

  • Bowl
  • Face
  • Single Descent

Equipment required

  • Skins