Second Creek Approach

Name: Second Creek Approach
Rating: 4.3

4.3 ( 3 )

Trail

2.0 mile 3.2 kilometer point to point
Ascent
Intermediate

Elevation

Ascent: 1,382' 421 m
Descent: -3' -1 m
High: 11,981' 3,652 m
Low: 10,601' 3,231 m

Grade

Avg Slope: 13% (7°)
Max Slope: 26% (15°)

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Avalanche risk for May 30, 2019: Moderate

Heightened avalanche conditions on specific terrain features. Evaluate snow and terrain carefully; identify features of concern. Natural avalanches unlikely; human-triggered avalanches possible.

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“A relatively easy approach to some great exposed skiing.”

— Eric Internicola

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Type: Backcountry or Sidecountry

Description

This approach starts at the Second Creek Trailhead, passes the Broome Hut and ascends above treeline. The skiing up here varies between some fantastic blue skiing to some more dangerous (read: avalanche potential) terrain. Once you're up above treeline, you can easily get several laps in.