How hard is the Spearhead traverse?
A spectacular, challenging ski traverse high in the Spearhead and Fitzsimmons ranges in British Columbia, Canada. It is a 20-25 mile route between the Blackcomb and Whistler ski areas, traversing 13 glaciers and 9 passes, and typically done in 2 to 4 days.
Which mountain is Blackcomb?
Blackcomb Peak is a mountain located east of Whistler, British Columbia that forms the boundary between the Whistler Blackcomb ski resort and Garibaldi Provincial Park….
| Blackcomb Peak | |
|---|---|
| Elevation | 2,436 m (7,992 ft) |
| Prominence | 86 m (282 ft) |
| Coordinates | 50°04′53″N 122°52′15″WCoordinates: 50°04′53″N 122°52′15″W |
| Geography |
What is the altitude of Whistler Village?
2,198′
Whistler/Elevation
How many ski lifts does Whistler have?
Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort Statistics
| Statistic | Whistler Mountain |
|---|---|
| Longest Run | 11 kilometres / 7 miles Peak to Creek |
| Snowmaking | 127 hectares / 315 acres |
| Total number of lifts (plus PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola) | 19 2 high-speed gondolas 1 high-speed 6-pack 6 high-speed quads 2 high-speed 6-packs 2 triple chairs 8 surface lifts |
How do you get to spearhead Hut?
The hut is located just above Russet Lake (50° 1′ 20″ N / 122° 52′ 23″ W). It is accessible via the Musical Bumps from Whistler Mountain or by climbing up the Singing Pass trail from Whistler Village.
Who owns Whistler Mountain?
Vail Resorts
On August 8, 2016, American company Vail Resorts bought Whistler Blackcomb Holdings for C$1.39 billion.
How do you get to Russet Lake?
To find the Russet Lake trailhead, take the Whistler Gondola up to the Roundhouse Lodge. Walk out of the gondola and past the Peak2Peak Gondola building, up a gravel slope about 50 metres. On your left you will see a trailhead for the Harmony Meadows trail and the Harmony Lake trail.
How long is the Spearhead Traverse in BC?
A spectacular, challenging ski traverse high in the Spearhead and Fitzsimmons ranges in British Columbia, Canada. It is a 20-25 mile route between the Blackcomb and Whistler ski areas, traversing 13 glaciers and 9 passes, and typically done in 2 to 4 days.
How long is the Spearhead Traverse from Whistler to Blackcomb?
It is a 20-25 mile route between the Blackcomb and Whistler ski areas, traversing 13 glaciers and 9 passes, and typically done in 2 to 4 days. This a long traverse across and under many steep slopes so pay close attention to avalanche conditions along the route.
Where do you ski on the Spearhead Traverse?
Ascend to the Spearhead-Blackcomb Col. Ski down toward the Decker Glacier and then up and over the eastern shoulder of Decker Mountain toward Mount Trorey. Then traverse around the eastern side of Mount Trorey across the Trorey Glacier towards Mount Pattison.
Which is the best ski traverse in Canada?
The Spearhead is a stunning, high-level, U-shaped ski traverse linking Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains via a series of glaciers, summits and mountain passes. The traverse has been described as a classic Canadian Ski Mountaineering objective and has often been compared, in quality, to the world-famous Haute Route.