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South Sister South Ridge

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South Sister South Ridge

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
19 km
Ascent
1.6 km
Descent
1.6 km
Duration
1 day +
Low Point
1.7 km
High Point
3.2 km
Gradient
22˚
South Sister South Ridge Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between March and June. From a low point of 1.7 km to the maximum altitude of 3.2 km, the route covers 19 km, 1583 vertical metres of ascent and 1583 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.1 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.

Description

South Ridge of The South Sister

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between March and June

Features

  • Alpine
  • Cliffs
  • Single Descent
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Ice axe
  • Crampons