Lassen, boasts an impressive number of ski lines with a little less commitment required to enjoy it’s near perfect pitches.

A summit ski descent is on every skiers bucket list. Shasta is an obvious objective that dominates the Northern California skyline. With this in mind we have created a new program to take advantage of the spring skiing on the southern Cascades this year. With an impressive number of storms (17 Atmospheric Rivers!) and snow totals (over 600″!) that will make the spring of ’23 one to remember for backcountry skiers and ski mountaineers. Location | Mount Shasta- Volcano & Mount Lassen- VolcanoĬalifornia has had a winter in 2023. Touring skis and splitboard rentals are locally available.ĭates marked with an *asterisk are a special offering in collaboration with Ice Axe Expeditions, and led by Senior Guide Rich Meyer.

Experience the challenge and excitement of this ultimate trip on Mt. Shasta is one of North America’s greatest adventures says National Geographic. The three day format provides time for conditions assessment, route optimization, and training en route to the summit descent. Ski a 14er! A classic ski descent on a classic peak. Physical Demand | Must be in excellent physical condition and train diligently for a big challenge. For ski/board ability, participants should have advanced downhill ability in all conditions, and some previous experience with uphill skiing a.ka. Experience Required | No ski mountaineering experience is required.

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