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  2. NH
  3. …White Mountain Region
  4. …Mount Washington
  5. Tuckerman Ravine
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Ascent

-531' -162 m

Descent

59%

Avg Slope (31°)

66%

Max Slope (34°)

5,089' 1,551 m

High

4,558' 1,389 m

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Avalanche risk for Jun 17, 2018: Unknown

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Full forecast for MWAC: Tuckerman and Huntington Ravine — Brought to you by Mount Washington Avalanche Center

Avy tweets from @Avalanchecenter

“An exterme skiing test piece with two mandatory drops, steep faces, rocks... this one has it all. ”

— Gunks Jesse
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Overview

Type: Backcountry or Sidecountry

Need to Know [Suggest Changes]

This is extreme terrain with extreme weather. You MUST bring warm clothes, food, and water. This is a steep hike to the top and requires plenty of time. Avalanches are a threat in this area.

Description [Suggest Changes]

This is the steepest line at Tuckerman's and almost certainly involves some airtime, especially in spring. It starts at the center of the large headwall above the obvious cliff band and goes straight down (more or less) to the ravine floor. For the brave, bold, and experts with good health insurance...

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#6

in Tuckerman Ravine

#108

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in Tuckerman Ravine

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in New Hampshire

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