Arrowhead West Face
Another run in the quiver
Ski Touring Difficult
- Distance
- 2 km
- Ascent
- 967 m
- Descent
- 0 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 861 m
- High Point
- 1.8 km
- Gradient
- 37˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features high exposure (e3) and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 861 m to the maximum altitude of 1.8 km, the route covers 2 km, 967 vertical metres of ascent and 0 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
Another quality line off the top of Arrowhead down to the road
Difficulty
Difficult
Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.
Best time to visit
Features
- Bowl
- Face
- Tree Skiing
- Single Descent
Equipment required
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons