SUMMITS & COULOIRS

Big Mountain Skiing

Big Mountain Skiing in the San Juans.

These objectives are thoughtfully chosen for skiers who crave scale, exposure, and the satisfaction of linking turns through complex alpine terrain.

This trip features four iconic zones, each with its own character: Silverton’s Velocity Basin, with its massive bowls and clean fall-line skiing; Yankee Boy Basin above Ouray, where couloirs slice through towering walls; Telluride’s Ophir Pass, a playground of high peaks and remote chutes; and Durango’s Babcock Basin, where rugged summits guard long, committing descents. Together, they form a circuit of big objectives that showcase the diversity of the San Juans.

Cirque Guides brings deep knowledge of these mountains and a respect for their scale. We’ll help you sharpen your movement in big terrain, navigate complex snowpack and weather, and stack meaningful ski days that push your skiing to the next level.

FEATURED ZONES

Silverton: Velocity Basin

Ouray: Yankee Boy Basin

Durango: Babcock Basin

AVAILABILITY

March through May, conditions dependent

PRICING

$750

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Is This Course Right For Me?
This course is designed for experienced backcountry skiers.
If unsure, give us a call and we’ll customize a trip for you.

Course Length
Plan for a full day of Big Mountain Skiing.

Group Size
Maximum 2:1 ratio.

Departure Time
7:30 a.m.

Meeting Location
We will meet at your lodging in town.

Equipment List
We can provide Avalanche Safety Equipment (transceiver, probe, shovel).

Included in your trip cost

  • One day of Big Mountain Skiing in the San Juans
  • Trip lead by an AMGA Ski Guide
  • Avalanche Safety Equipment (transceiver, probe, shovel)

 

Not included in your trip cost

  • Backcountry ski equipment
  • Meals/Personal snacks
  • Personal clothing and equipment
  • Accommodation
  • Transportation
  • Customary guide gratuity
  • Trip/Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
  • Incurred costs by leaving a program early
  • Incurred costs as a result of force majeure

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