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Sisters Chute

Snowbasin

Steep chute on Sisters Ridge

Freeride Skiing Severe

Distance
360 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
269 m
Low Point
2.4 km
High Point
2.7 km
Gradient
44˚
Sisters Chute Map

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be severe. It's very remote, it features high exposure (e3) and is typically done between December and February. From a low point of 2.4 km to the maximum altitude of 2.7 km, the route covers 360 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 269 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 4.2 and Labande grade 5.

Description

Fun chute steep hike needed

Difficulty

Severe

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

High Exposure (E3)

3 out of 4

In case of a fall, death is highly likely.

Remoteness

3 out of 4

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

Best time to visit

between December and February

Features

  • Cliffs

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