Lower NE King
Backcountry Skiing Route
Details
0.11 mi
10 ft
A steep open glade that shelters deep snow days after a storm
A steep, north-facing run that shelters deep snow days after a storm, this open glade runs a consistent grade and fall line from Lizard's Back Ridge to Elizabeth Lake. The top of this run is divided by a steep tree island. Wiggle your way through the trees on either side. Note that the skier's left side of the run is a little steeper and eventually ends in thick trees, forcing you to work right. The right hand line offers a top to bottom line but is often tracked out first. Prevailing winds deposit snow here. Watch out for avalanches, ski one at a time and keep an eye on your partner. Access via the first Southback gate, traversing to Kirner's Cornice and hiking up the boot pack to the summit of the King. Work your way down Lizard's Back ridge, avoiding trees and rocks. Written by Kim Kircher
A steep, north-facing run that shelters deep snow days after a storm, this open glade runs a consistent grade and fall line from Lizard's Back Ridge to Elizabeth Lake. The top of this run is divided by a steep tree island. Wiggle your way through the trees on either side. Note that the skier's left side of the run is a little steeper and eventually ends in thick trees, forcing you to work right. The right hand line offers a top to bottom line but is often tracked out first. Prevailing winds deposit snow here. Watch out for avalanches, ski one at a time and keep an eye on your partner. Access via the first Southback gate, traversing to Kirner's Cornice and hiking up the boot pack to the summit of the King. Work your way down Lizard's Back ridge, avoiding trees and rocks. Written by Kim Kircher
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