The sustained 35º to 40º 4000' vertical descent of the SW Chutes on Mt. Adams is a classic ski line in the Pacific Northwest. Spring conditions often produce perfect corn snow ready for harvest.

Activity Notes

Ski mountaineering/split boarding climb through the south side, with an ultralight bivy high on the mountain.  Descent by the SW chutes Applicants must have backcountry skiing experience Gear: Beacon, shovel, probe Ultralight bivy gear  Ax, crampons, ski crampons Skis/splitboard with skins Ten essentials Recent trip reports have suggested that it is possible to drive upto 4500 feet. 
Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 100 miles
Driving Time from Portland 2 hours
Distance - Round Trip 12 miles
Interesting Features Mountain Views
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