| Patsey Trees | |
|---|---|
| Drainage | Grizzly Gulch |
| Terrain | Trees |
| Ascent Vertical | 1,500' |
| Skinning Distance | 1.5 miles |
| Location | 40.5929° / -111.6100° |
| Online Map | View on wbskiing.com |
The name isn't well known, but the Patsey Trees are a good place to ski when the avalanche hazard is higher. It offers low-angle terrain that is mostly in the low 20-degree range.
Follow the route to Twin Lakes Pass from the Grizzly Gulch trailhead and then turn right at the pass and head toward the Patsey Marley summit. As you are ascending the often corniced ridge, and before you reach the open area above the trees, pick a line and ski into the trees on your right.
After skiing the Patsey Trees you will be back on the snowcat road.
Beginner terrain
that is good as you develop your backcountry skills and when the avalanche danger is higher. Click for details.
Intermediate
terrain that requires more experience in skinning and skiing. Click for details.
Advanced terrain
that requires strong skiing and skinning skills. Click for details.
Expert terrain that is
challenging and a small mistake can have serious consequences. Click for details.
Extreme terrain
that includes insanely difficult chute skiing and beyond. Click for details.
The difficulty of this terrain
varies widely. Click for details.
This terrain hasn't
been rated. Click for details.
