kiko

Snowbasin

a chute in porky cirque

Ski Touring Severe

Distance: 476 m
Ascent: 0 m
Descent: 160 m
Duration: 0-1 hrs

Low Point: 2.6 km
High Point: 2.8 km
Gradient: 42˚

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's remote, it features high exposure (e3) and is typically done between December and March. From a low point of 2.6 km to the maximum altitude of 2.8 km, the route covers 476 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 160 vertical metres of descent.

Description

a chute off of needles cirque you drop down into porky cirque

Difficulty

Severe

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

High Exposure (E3)

In case of a fall, death is highly likely.

Remoteness

Away from help but easily accessed.