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The Booger

Stowe

A an exposed, hanging chute that is quite technical.

Freeride Skiing Severe

Distance
226 m
Ascent
7 m
Descent
99 m
Low Point
1.1 km
High Point
1.2 km
Gradient
40˚
The Booger Map

The Booger gets its name due to the fact that it descends from The Nose, a false summit of Mansfield. The best way to approach is by hiking up Old Nosedive, where the ski trail ends there is a narrow path that continues to the top. Finding the entrance isn’t easy but it can be easily scoped from the top of the Four Runner Quad. The Booger begins with a tight drop through a constriction. Ski the upper pannel, and mind your sluff, as this section hangs above a large cliff. Continue to work your way right, following a very sliver of snow through the trees to a narrow chute. This can be negotiated with a straightline or a few hop turns. The chute ends on the Auto Road, you can take this back to Nosedive or ski some steep woods on the Kitchen Wall.

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between February and April

Features

  • Face
  • Trees
  • Cliffs
  • Couloir
  • Walk Required

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