Napoleon Spur

Napoleon is rowdy. This zone is one of the places around Rogers Pass where you can stack huge vertical in a single descent, but it’s complex terrain: steep chutes, avy paths, cliffs, and pillow features. It’s best suited to advanced skiers who are comfortable navigating in consequential terrain and choosing micro-features under pressure. The prime window is typically mid-winter (often early Jan → mid/late Feb) before spring sun starts hammering the southern aspect. Expect tricky uptracking from the Illecillewaet corner toward the NRC Gully side, and bring a rappel kit until you really know the cliff bands. Exit is commonly via Tally Ho Road; avoid trespassing on CP Rail property.