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twin peaks northeast face

Salt Lake City

Wasatch Backcountry

this face has a rocky, narrow start, then opens up into a nice wide face, with a small cliff band to finish it off.

Freeride Skiing Severe

Distance
849 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
575 m
Low Point
2.9 km
High Point
3.4 km
Gradient
43˚
twin peaks northeast face Map

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be severe. It's very remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between February and June. From a low point of 2.9 km to the maximum altitude of 3.4 km, the route covers 849 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 575 vertical metres of descent.

Description

this run starts with a pitch down the steep ridgeline, then drops through a chute and over a small cliff band. it then opens up a bit before another cliff band. after that, it chills out a bit, with a wide open apron. there is one more cliff, then its over.

Difficulty

Severe

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

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

between February and June

Features

  • Face
  • Cliffs
  • Couloir

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