Gertrude's Nose Switchback Descent

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1.6 mile 2.5 kilometer point to point
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Intermediate/Difficult

Elevation

Ascent: 0' 0 m
Descent: -1,112' -339 m
High: 1,566' 477 m
Low: 454' 138 m

Grade

Avg Slope: 13% (8°)
Max Slope: 20% (11°)

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“Use the fire road ascent as the line of descent.”

— Gunks Jesse

Type: Backcountry or Sidecountry

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There are several areas that are very narrow and moderately steep with trees and rocks encroaching on the line. Use caution that you don't pick up too much speed too fast.

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Follow the fire trail for the entire length of the descent. This makes the descent easier than the direct route and is a good option in the dark or in thin conditions.

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Feb 25, 2015

with Kim and Leslie 1.6mi — 0h 30m

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Gertrude's Nose Switchback Descent

Gertrude's Nose Switchback Descent

Skiing the first pitch of Gertrude's Nose Direct

Skiing the first pitch of Gertrude's Nose Direct

Skiing a wider section of Gertrude's Nose Switchback trail

Skiing a wider section of Gertrude's Nose Switc…

Approaching the rock fall area at the top of Gertrude's Nose

Approaching the rock fall area at the top of Ge…

Gertrude's Nose Switchback Descent after work.

Gertrude's Nose Switchback Descent after work.

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