The Pencil
Trail
0.3 mile
0.5 kilometer
point to point
Ski Line
Extremely Difficult
Elevation
Ascent:
0'
0 m
Descent: -1,006' -307 m
High: 11,617' 3,541 m
Low: 10,610' 3,234 m
Grade
Avg Slope: 61% (31°)
Max Slope: 67% (34°)
Avalanche risk for Apr 18, 2019: Low
Generally safe avalanche conditions. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features. Natural and human-triggered avalanches unlikely.
Full forecast for CAIC: Gunnison Zone — Brought to you by CO Avalanche Information Center
Weather
Current ascent conditions
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“A classic pencil chute with relatively easy access from Crested Butte.”
— Chris Dickson
Description
Regardless, one hell of a classic Colorado couloir.
Contacts
Land Manager: White River National Forest - Maroon Bells
Apr 16, 2019: Firefighters to implement planned Avalanche Creek Prescribed Burn this week
Apr 11, 2019: Over 6,000 people reserved to visit Hanging Lake this season; reservations still available
Apr 7, 2019: Forest Service and Adopt-A-Trail Seeking Spring Wildlife Volunteers
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