51 m away
Elizabeth Lake (Run)
An open glade that offers a long run to Elizabeth Lake and an easy return to a groomed run.
Difficult Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 310 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 132 m
Lower NE King
Crystal Mountain
Mount Rainier National Park
A steep open glade that shelters deep snow days after a storm
Freeride Skiing Difficult
- Distance
- 177 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 122 m
- Low Point
- 1.8 km
- High Point
- 1.9 km
- Gradient
- 42˚
A steep, north-facing run that shelters deep snow days after a storm, this open glade runs a consistent grade and fall line from Lizard's Back Ridge to Elizabeth Lake. The top of this run is divided by a steep tree island. Wiggle your way through the trees on either side. Note that the skier's left side of the run is a little steeper and eventually ends in thick trees, forcing you to work right. The right hand line offers a top to bottom line but is often tracked out first. Prevailing winds deposit snow here. Watch out for avalanches, ski one at a time and keep an eye on your partner. Access via the first Southback gate, traversing to Kirner's Cornice and hiking up the boot pack to the summit of the King. Work your way down Lizard's Back ridge, avoiding trees and rocks.
Difficulty
Difficult
Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.
Low Exposure (E1)
Exposure is limited to that of the slope itself. Getting hurt is still likely if the slope is steep and/or the snow is hard.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Features
- Trees
- Cliffs
- Walk Required
Similar routes nearby
64 m away
Leaning Tree Chute
The entrance to this short, narrow chute is guarded by a leaning tree.
Severe Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 181 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 100 m
87 m away
SE Rocks
A short and steep glade for experts
Difficult Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 178 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 105 m
99 m away
Sparkle Trees
A short steep glade for experts
Difficult Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 302 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 176 m
144 m away
Watch Out For Livestock (aka Livestock)
Link this gladed face with Damn Fine Forest for a consistent run of approximately 800 vertical feet.
Difficult Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 178 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 111 m
216 m away
Damn Fine Forest
A hidden, steep glade with fairly easy access.
Difficult Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 318 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 127 m
223 m away
Appliance Store
This shallow couloir is a great first Double Black Diamond for those looking to challenge themselves on the north side of the King.
Difficult Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 218 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 133 m
273 m away
Receiver Chute
A narrow, steep couloir on the north side of the King.
Severe Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 303 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 150 m
293 m away
SE King Left #2
An often-untracked steep glade in Silver Basin.
Severe Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 454 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 236 m
330 m away
SE King Left
An open face along the SE side of Silver King ("The King") that leads into glades, chutes and cliffs.
Difficult Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 347 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 204 m
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