Bow Summit: South Shoulder Tree Chutes

South Shoulder Tree Chutes

After reaching the highest treeline area long the ridge that separates it from the alpine you will find several tree chutes facing the road. You can either grab several quick laps here or ski lower down into the forest. The skiing here can be great but is very popular so you’re likely to find more than just a few tracks here when the conditions are good.

Vertical: 225m access, 100m runs in the chutes, 240m total to the bottom of the tree skiing

Distance: 2.5km access, 0.2km runs in the chutes, 0.6km to the bottom of the tree skiing

Directions: Follow the directions for the Fireroad Trees run. After reaching the high point of the road you will ski down a short distance where you will notice the start of a drainage to your left (east) and a small high point to the south. Ascend up along the climber’s right (west) side of the high point following what should still look like a flat road (later in the season this may fill in). Continue on the road past two more small high points until reaching a flat alpine area where the road feature ends. The South Shoulder is above and to the south of your position. Head a little further south and you will start to see tree chutes heading down to the east. Ski down the chute of your choice and lap by skinning north to regain were the road ends at the flat alpine area. You can also ski down into the forest to make for a longer run.