Ford Couloir
Grand Teton National Park
Intense, steep couloir that makes up the first half of the Ford-Stettner route.
Ski Touring Extreme
- Distance
- 355 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 263 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.9 km
- High Point
- 4.2 km
- Gradient
- 48˚
The Grand Teton is a bold peak and believe it or not, it can be skied. The only really safe route to take is the Ford-Stettner. This route is made up of 3 couloirs, the Ford, Chevy, and Stettner. From the summit, you ski the Ford. The Ford starts out open and steep with many boulders. It then narrows into a sketchy, steep, and exposed couloir. Of course, you must climb up the couloirs to ski them so you must have the equipment to climb. You must also have avalanche gear and a licensed guide before you ski it.
Difficulty
Extreme
Extreme skiing terrain above 45 degrees. These routes are reserved for experienced experts.
Extreme Exposure (E4)
In case of a fall, the skier faces certain death.
Remoteness
In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.
Best time to visit
Features
- Cliffs
- Couloir
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Rope
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons
- Glacier kit