Backcountry Skiing
Backcountry Skiing Mount Timpanogos Cold Fusion & Grunge Couloirs
Backcountry Skiing Mount Timpanogos Cold Fusion & Grunge Couloirs are two of the most awesome ski experiences in the Wasatch. Timpanogos is so massive and rugged that it truly stands out from any of the other backcountry ski descents around. I recommend everybody make at least 1 trip here as soon as they can. (avalanche…
Read MoreBackcountry Skiing Cardiff Ridge Chutes
Skiing Cardiff Ridge Chutes Skiing Cardiff Ridge Chutes… With a short approach, little exposure, and short descents, they are some of the funnest lines in the Wasatch. If you’re skiing the Chuting Gallery Cardiff Ridge chutes make a great practice area to prepare yourself for bigger mountaineering projects that lie ahead. Cardiff Ridge Chutelettes Skiing…
Read MoreBackcountry Skiing The Chuting Gallery / Mike Mckinney Chuting Project
Backcountry Skiing The Chuting Gallery Mike Mckinney skis all 92 of the steepest ski descents in the Wasatch Mountains Backcountry Skiing The Chuting Gallery https://parkcitypeople.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Chuting-Project-Mike.mp4 Does he make it? Chuting project is to ski 92 ski descents listed in “The Chuting Gallery” by backcountry ski expert Andrew McLean. To do this Mike will have…
Read MoreExperience the Joy of backcountry skiing Benson & Hedges couloir
Backcountry Skiing Benson & Hedges Couloir is a joy if you can find it. Finding this gem isn’t easy but if you follow the tips in this post you’ll be at the base of this beauty looking up into one of the coolest ski descents in the Wasatch. Backcountry skiing Benson & Hedges Couloir…
Read MoreBackcountry Skiing Box Elder Peak Super Couloir
Backcountry Skiing Box Elder Peak Super Couloir is a long way to the top if you want to Rock and Roll. It’s called the “Super Couloir” for a reason. If you ski this couloir you will experience one of the most awesome couloirs in the Wasatch. But if you want to go backcountry skiing Box…
Read MoreBackcountry Skiing Uintas Castle Peak Area
Backcountry skiing Uintas Castle Peak Area theoretically would be awesome. I have however yet to “PROPERLY” ski it. In the late year of 2017 we aimlessly skied the area. We found some snow and came back with some photos. I felt like the area wasn’t skied to it’s potential. Hopefully anyone who goes backcountry skiing in…
Read MoreBackcountry skiing Lone Peak NE Couloir
Lone Peak NE Couloir is an intimidating couloir that’s difficult to access. Lone Peak is located at the southern end of the Salt Lake Valley. It stands over the city of Sandy like a sentinel guarding the valley. Its summit looks like a band of granite cliffs with no potential ski line. On the other…
Read MoreBrian House the Backcountry Ski Mountaineer
Brian House Brian House Backcountry Ski Expert Brian House the Backcountry Ski Mountaineer Brian House When Brian was born, he was left in the cold by his parents. What could have been a tragic story, turned positive as a Grizzly Bear couple took care of him and taught him all he knows about nature. His skills…
Read MoreBackcountry Skiing the Pfeifferhorn Couloirs
Backcountry Skiing the Pfeifferhorn Couloirs. Backcountry Skiing the Pfeifferhorn Couloirs in Little Cottonwood Canyon Utah. A classic mountaineering challenge of the Wasatch. The Pfeifferhorn was once called the Little Matterhorn because of its similarities to the Matterhorn. The now named Pfeifferhorn this iconic peak of the Wasatch has everything, big views, big exposure, big…
Read MoreBackcountry Skiing Cardiac Ridge Thunderstruck, Lightning Bolt & Wyatt couloir
Backcountry Skiing Cardiac Ridge Thunderstruck, Lightning Bolt & Wyatt couloir is big time skiing! The terrain here is expert level and unavoidable for those attempting to ski all the chutes of the central Wasatch. For most people it would be best to just stay away. If you have the skill to get up here…
Read MoreBackcountry Skiing Reids Peak – Uinta Mountains
Backcountry skiing Reids Peak Uinta Mountains Up Mirror Lake Highway at Bald mountain pass there are half a dozen skiable peaks, but none are more rugged than Reid’s Peak. From the highway it doesn’t look skiable but for a more creative skier this peak is all sorts of fun! Backcountry skiing Reids Peak Uinta…
Read MoreBackcountry Skiing La Sal Mountains Mount Tukuhnikivatz
Backcountry Skiing La Sal Mountains Mount Tukuhnikivatz is listed as one of the 50 Classic ski Descents of North America. Mount Tukunikivatz should be on everybody’s bucket list. Skiing in the red rock deserts of Utah may sound like looking for an ice cream cone on Mars. However, for those who read this blog post,…
Read MoreSpread Eagle Peak Utah Backcountry Skiing Uinta Mountains
Spread-Eagle peak south face Spread Eagle Peak Utah Backcountry Skiing in the Uinta Mountains June 15th, 2017 It’s a long way to the top if you want to Rock & Roll. And if you do want to rock and roll there is no better place than Spread Eagle Peak. Access is difficult, but there…
Read MoreBackcountry Skiing Uinta Mountains Hayden Peak
Backcountry Skiing Uinta Mountains Hayden Peak is the jewel of the Mirror Lake Highway. With easy access, huge terrain, and plenty of moderate slopes, Hayden Peak delivers the goods for any kind of tour. When you get a glimpse of the mountain from the highway you might think the peak is too rugged…
Read MoreBackcountry Skiing the Uinta Mountains / Notch Mountain
Backcountry Skiing the Uinta Mountains Notch Mountain is awesome Both the West and East Notch have amazing skiing. They are both Big mountain skiing with no easy way up or down. If I had to choose between the Notches, my vote would be split right down the middle of the Notch. I’d ski both! Backcountry…
Read MoreUinta Mountains Backcountry Skiing – Mount Watson
Uinta Mountains Backcountry Skiing Mount Watson. Located lower down Bald mountain pass, Mount Watson is one of the 1st Uinta peaks backcountry accessible in the late Spring. There is a long approach to reach the summit but worth it. Mount Watson offers up great skiing, great view, and is a great way to kick off…
Read MoreBig Water Yurt / Millcreek Canyon
Big Water yurt Millcreek canyon is for rent through Salt Lake County Parks. The yurt comes available December 1 through April 30th. The yurt is located in a beautiful canyon with front door access to some of Utah’s premium backcountry skiing. Little Water and Big Water peaks are a short distance. Go a little further…
Read MoreBackcountry skiing monitor bowl park city utah
Backcountry skiing monitor bowl Park City Utah. This area located on the Park City ridge line is a classic! ! From the crest you will have views of Canyons side and PC side. Also many other near by options for great skiing. Afterward you’ll know that Monitor feeling! Backcountry skiing monitor bowl park city…
Read MoreBackcountry 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…
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