Posts by Christopher Comstock
Backcountry Skiing Gobbler’s Knob
Skiing Gobbler’s Knob Backcountry skiing gobbler’s knob is as good as a Thanksgiving day feast. The steep terrain on all aspects and accessible location offers up any kind of dish you could want, from neck-deep powder to a side dish of spring corn, to sun-baked mashed potatoes. You can feast on any kind of backcountry…
Read MoreBackcountry Skiing Mount Aire in Parley’s Canyon
Backcountry skiing Mount Aire in Parley’s Canyon Utah, Mount Aire stands right next to Interstate 80. Commuters down Parley’s Canyon into Salt Lake get a Prime view of backcountry possibility Mount Aire has to offer. It looks easily accessible from the freeway but, Au Contraire, Mon Frère, On the contrary my brother, the bushwhacking involved here makes Mount…
Read MoreBackcountry Skiing Murdock Peak
Backcountry skiing Murdock Peak isn’t easily accessible, but it is enjoyable. Murdock Peak offers steep, big mountain faces of Todd’s bowl & North bowl. The mellow slopes of South bowl on the other side of the peak are also a touring option depending on avalanche danger. Backcountry skiing Todds Bowl / Murdock Peak Skiing Skiing…
Read MoreBackcountry skiing Square Top Mountain Park City
Backcountry skiing Square Top Mountain Park City should be on every Park City backcountry skier’s bucket list. Square Top mountain stands over the Canyons side of Park City resort, namely, the Red Pine lodge, Saddleback chairlift, and the Sweet Pea magic carpet ;). The views of Square Top from the resort are amazing! It sits…
Read MoreBackcountry skiing Desolation Ridge
Backcountry skiing Desolation Ridge is as easy as 1, 2, 3. Located at the top of Mill-D drainage in the Big Cottonwood Canyon, is Lake Desolation where the ridge gets its name. From Park City, the way to reach desolation ridge is to boot up from the 9,990 chairlift. Either way, you approach, Desolation offers…
Read MoreGod’s Lawn Mower Backcountry skiing Kessler Peak
God’s Lawnmower Backcountry skiing Kessler Peak. Kessler Peak is a monster. Rising just under 3,000 ft, Kessler stands prominently @ 10,403 ft, in the mid Big Cottonwood Canyon. The north aspect, the side that faces the BCC highway, is a huge tree scattered avalanche path named God’s Lawn Mower. Kessler’s steep slopes and obvious ski…
Read MoreMount Raymond Chutes / chuting project
Mount Raymond chutes, Ignorance is bliss unless you get squished. Mount Raymond is avalanche terrain. The chutes should only be attempted in stable snow conditions. The main chute is a wide open boulevard which offers incredible skiing and incredible photos if the conditions are right. The approach is somewhat of a bear (just a little…
Read MoreHomicide Chute Backcountry Skiing
Homicide Chute Backcountry Skiing. Avalanche danger is a very REAL hazard here. Be sure of stable snow conditions before attempting Suicide or Homicide chutes. Homicide is on the backside of Mt Superior’s Suicide chute. They both share the same saddle, scary names, and awesome skiing. Homicide Chute Backcountry Skiing Skiing Homicide was a spicy little dish when…
Read MoreSuicide Chute Backcountry Skiing
Suicide Chute Backcountry Skiing is extremely exposed to avalanche danger and should only be attempted in stable snow conditions. Located on the flank of the Mighty Mount Superior, across from Alta ski area, suicide chute looks imposing. The skiers at Alta have a front row view of it. Suicide Chute Backcountry Skiing Skiing Skiing…
Read MorePeak 10420 / Backcountry Skiing
Peak 10420 is named for its elevation. Due to its high elevation and easy access, peak 10,420 is a great place for early and late season backcountry skiing. With mostly low angle gladed slopes, and low exposure 10,420 is a friendly place to backcountry ski. Although, Peak 10420 is a friendly place for backcountry skiing,…
Read MorePre Season Touring at Alta
Pre Season backcountry touring Alta Ski resort! A common mistake made by newcomers to the Wasatch mountains is being fooled by rain, if it’s raining… it’s probably snowing up high, and not that heavy PNW snow. The greatest snow on Earth! Check out the short video we put together today. With Turkey day around the…
Read MoreBackcountry skiing O Face cliffs / Park City Ridgeline
Backcountry skiing O Face cliffs park city ridgeline should be on every cliff hucker’s ski list. This area has big pillowy drops with a clean landing zone. Big O also serves up premium backcountry skiing for the non-cliff huckers. If you don’t want to hit the cliffs of O Face then be sure to ski…
Read MorePark City food trucks / Komrades
Check out the best new Park City food trucks ! Komrades Seriously these fresh made Na’an Sandwiches and original salads are nothing but FIRE! Healthy whole ingredients is the name of the game and Komrade plays to win! CONNECTION: If you show up to Komrades rockin any type of physical proof you are one of the…
Read MoreStorm Mountain rock climbing in BCC, Utah
Storm Mountain Rock Climbing in the Big Cottonwood canyon in the summertime is awesome! There is no denying that, Yes it can get really crowded so expect the company and make the best out of it! There are some sweet spots near storm mountain which are shouting distance from a road over a creek. Rock…
Read MoreRuth Lake Rock Climbing / near Park City
Ruth Lake Rock Climbing Awesome unique climbing near Park City. A must do for anyone! A short 50 miles outside of Park City, there’s a really cool place, Ruth Lake Rock Climbing. Ruth Lake is located in the Uinta mountains right off the Mirror Lake Highway. There is a short 2 mile hike or…
Read MoreMonte Cristo Wasatch Backcountry
Monte Cristo Wasatch backcountry, Little Cottonwood Canyon. The backcountry skiing here is not for beginners. It has huge avalanche potential, steep skiing (lowest in upper 30 degrees), and tons of exposure. “Monte Cristo” is just beyond Mount Superior. The ascending route to Monte Cristo is up the Mount Superior “highway”. A frequently trafficked route to the summit…
Read More*NEW* High Star Ranch / Kamas mountain biking trails
Fresh made mountain Kamas mountain biking trails system in Kamas Utah! It’s on High Star Ranch property and it is open to the public. When you get there you park in a lot next to the High Star building. Head toward the mountains up a short 4×4 road until the trails begins within sight of the…
Read MoreParleys Canyon Rock Climbing
Parleys canyon rock climbing. This climbing area “The Iron Curtain Wall” is right next to the interstate. If you travel any of the interstates through Salt Lake, the Iron curtain wall is a must stop. Location, location, location, accessing this climb quick and easy. Parleys Canyon Rock Climbing Start from the Grandeur Peak Trail Head.…
Read MoreBackcountry Ski Mt Superior Utah
February 8 2016 Being very deliberate with each move of my kick turn, I look back and give recognition to the backcountry skier who was patiently waiting his turn. While he was observing me barely cling to the side of the mountain, he chuckled and said, “No pressure, there’s only a 1,000 foot cliff behind you”. This…
Read MoreMt Raymond Utah / Backcountry skiing
Mt Raymond Utah is smaller than it’s 11,000 ft neighboring peaks. However it’s steep face, steep chutes, and steep cliffs make Raymond a little Giant. We had to be careful because when you dance with a Giant, one misstep and you could get squished. After climbing Butler fork we emerged into Mill-A basin, but one of…
Read MoreHallway Couloir Wasatch Backcountry
Hallway Couloir Wasatch Backcountry approach is straight forward and easy. If you are confident with your route finding and the stability of the snowpack, the route from the top of Flagstaff peak is the most direct. When you’re searching for the entrance the terrain is steep and intimidating . From the top of Flagstaff follow the…
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