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Winter Approach to the Loch
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Trail
2.0 mile
3.3 kilometer
point to point
Ascent
Easy
Elevation
Ascent:
940'
286 m
Descent: -234' -71 m
High: 10,189' 3,106 m
Low: 9,272' 2,826 m
Grade
Avg Slope: 11% (6°)
Max Slope: 29% (16°)
Avalanche risk for Apr 20, 2019: Low
Generally safe avalanche conditions. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features. Natural and human-triggered avalanches unlikely.
Full forecast for CAIC: Front Range Zone — Brought to you by CO Avalanche Information Center
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Current ascent conditions
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“A quick way to the Loch for skiing Otis and Sky Pond area.”
— Jacob Winey
Description
From the Loch, you can easily get up to Otis Redding Couloir, Taylor Glacier, or Sky Pond.
Contacts
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