Runway Chute
Backcountry Skiing Route
Details
1.53 km
675 m
A steep prominent line overlooking the runway of Isafjordur
The prominent bowl seen from the town of Isafjordur across the fjord above the runway, with a steep couloir finish to the plateaux of Kirkjubolsfjall (706m). Park at the small car park and hike directly up the summer path to the bowl where skins can be used to gain height to the entrance of the couloir. Transition to ice axe and crampons to gain the top. Descend your line up.
The prominent bowl seen from the town of Isafjordur across the fjord above the runway, with a steep couloir finish to the plateaux of Kirkjubolsfjall (706m). Park at the small car park and hike directly up the summer path to the bowl where skins can be used to gain height to the entrance of the couloir. Transition to ice axe and crampons to gain the top. Descend your line up.
Created By
Michael A
