
Bian Head backside
Tight line that chokes in the middle and opens up after
Ski Touring Moderate
- Distance
- 225 m
- Ascent
- 1 m
- Descent
- 104 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.3 km
- High Point
- 3.4 km
- Gradient
- 43˚

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between January and March. From a low point of 3.3 km to the maximum altitude of 3.4 km, the route covers 225 m, 1 vertical metres of ascent and 104 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.2 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
Tighter chute that chokes in the middle that generally has some exposed rock.
Difficulty
Moderate
Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.
Best time to visit
Features
- Single Descent
Equipment required
- Skins