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Trip 4 - Cowlitz Gap & Rocks (winter)

Field trip: Backcountry Adventure Ski Series

Trip 4 - Cowlitz Gap & Rocks (winter)

Ski steeper slopes with variable snow conditions.

Contacts

Jeff Williams
Jeff Williams
Primary Leader
  • M2 Advanced Ski
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 10.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,500 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 7,450 ft

TBD. 

Our primary goal is the SW facing slopes of Cowlitz Rocks.

Ski steeper slopes with variable snow conditions.

The destination is subject to change based on conditions.   

Route/Place

Cowlitz Gap & Rocks (winter)


  • USGS Mt Rainier East
    Green Trails Mt Rainier East No. 270
    Green Trails Paradise No. 270S
    Green Trails Mount Rainier Wonderland No. 269SX
  • See full route/place details.
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Backcountry skis and bindings or split snowboard. The binding system must allow the heel to be unlocked and the toe to pivot for uphill climbing with skins. No cross-country skis.

Ski Crampons

Avalanche transceiver that displays distance and direction, shovel and probe.

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