Jimmy Jr. Bowl Ski Touring
Jimmy. Jr bowl is a great ski touring gem at the north end of the icefields parkway just past Bow Lake.
Tryst Chutes & Super Slope
Tryst Chutes are a very popular ski touring and backcountry skiing destination in Kananaskis Country, along the Spray Lakes / Smith Dorrien road. This area features a number of short chutes and lines facing north and a larger south-facing slope known as the Super Slope. The short roadside approach, steep terrain, and easy access make…
Lookout Col, Rogers Pass
The lookout is an awesome mellow day trip with nice views and even nicer skiing on mellow terrain in the Illecillewaet glacier region of Rogers Pass. The trip starts at Wheeler, and you take the left branch up towards illecillewaet glacier. As you gain elevation, the lookout col comes into view, and is the obvious…
Vermillion Peak Ski Ascent
The Vermillion peak ski tour is situated at the north end of Hwy 93 South in Kootenay National Park. The long avalanche path that faces North/West is a popular ski due to easy access through the burnt trees and a long, often excellent run to the road below. Ski quality on this aspect has deteriorated…
The Cleaver & Dome Glacier, Rogers Pass
The Cleaver on the Dome Glacier is a classic ski tour in the Asulkan valley of Rogers Pass. Somewhat North and East facing, this long run often shelters much better snow than other aspects in the area. This trip featured some perfect turns in an amazing zone with a big group of friends. The skiing…
