Type: Backcountry or Sidecountry
This route exists with the West Roger's Pass Winter Restricted Area. A National Parks Pass & a Winter Access Permit (free) is required to access this area - both can be obtained at the Visitor Center starting at 0800h the morning of the intended outing. This area is subject to artillery avalanche control and access may be restricted if there is planned control work being done that day. Check in at the visitor center located at the trailhead before heading out.
Need to Know
Bathrooms are available at the Visitor Center at the trailhead. Extreme caution is advised approaching via the Connaught Valley drainage - complex avalanche terrain that is exposed to multiple, large, south facing avalanche paths. Ski crampons, crampons, 2x50m ropes, helmets & harnesses are required to ski many of the routes accessed via this ridge. Be sure of avalanche conditions before attempting any of the routes on Mt Cheops. Consider using a guide if you are unfamiliar with the Roger's Pass area.
Description
From the Visitor Center, skin up the Connaught drainage to Balu Pass (approx 1-1.5 hrs). From the pass, turn east & climb the west ridge of Mt Cheops to the west summit. Ski crampons may be required here as the slopes see a lot of sun in the spring & can be bulletproof if refrozen. Follow the ridgeline until you reach the West summit. Numerous ski lines can be accessed from this ridgeline including Nicci's Notch, North Bowl (aka North Cheops #5),
STS Couloir,
The Shelf & even the summit of Mt Cheops.
Contacts
Shared By:
Michael Dundon
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