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Pumphouse Chute

Jay Peak

A popular line off the summit ridge

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
276 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
121 m
Low Point
1 km
High Point
1.1 km
Gradient
35˚
Pumphouse Chute Map

To access Pumphouse, continue beyond The Saddle over the hump in the ridge, until you can see Green Barret below. You may see an old metal box atop the ridge, for which the line is named. From here begin descending off the shoulder, you may need to navigate around some rocks to get in. Once over the blind roll, Pumphouse comes into view. Ski fall line down the narrow chute, until you reach its end in the woods, from here there's a convenient exit to Green Barret.

Difficulty

Difficult

Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.

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

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between December and March

Features

  • Trees
  • Cliffs
  • Walk Required