Classic Advanced Ski Tours in Cottonwood Heights, Utah
Difficulty
expert
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in excellent physical condition with strong cardiovascular endurance and stamina for sustained climbing and skiing.
Overview
Push your skiing limits on an exhilarating 8-hour advanced tour through the Wasatch Mountains. Conquer steep ridgelines and tree runs with Red River Adventures in Cottonwood Heights, Utah.
Classic Advanced Tours
Ages 12+ • 8 Hours • We'll Take You to the Best Powder in the Wasatch Mountains!
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About This Adventure
Embark on an exhilarating 8-hour adventure through the stunning Wasatch Mountains, where you'll conquer multiple peaks and diverse terrains. This advanced tour promises thrilling skiing and riding experiences, from tree circuits in snowstorms to steep ridgelines. Prepare for a physically demanding journey, with 5,000 to 8,000 feet of climbing and riding.
As good as it gets! Experience the very best powder and terrain in the Wasatch Mountains!
Ages 12+
Duration
8 Hours
Available from December to April
About
One unmistakable beauty of touring in the Wasatch Mountains is the ability to link multiple peaks, drainages and slopes in the same day. Advanced Tours will focus on covering a wide variety of terrain and searching out wherever and whatever the best skiing and riding of the day may be.
Options might include skiing a tree circuit during a snow storm or skinning ridgelines and skiing the steeps when conditions permit. Because this tour requires solid physical stamina and good skinning technique, clients must be approved beforehand either through a prior outing with Red River Adventures or by the guide. Tour will be approximately 5,000 to 8,000 feet of climbing and riding.
Includes
- Guides
- Avalanche gear (pack, beacon, shovel, probe) if needed
- Demo ski or splitboard with skins, bindings, and poles (must provide your own AT ski or snowboard boot)
Difficulty
Hard • 5,000 to 8,000 Vert.
Venues
- Big & Little Cottonwood Canyons
Adventure Tips
Prepare for Variable Snow Conditions
Be ready for changing weather that affects snow texture and visibility throughout the day.
Stay Hydrated and Pack Snacks
Carry enough water and energy-dense snacks to maintain stamina during the long climb and ride.
Check Avalanche Forecasts
Consult daily avalanche reports and listen to your guide to stay safe in backcountry terrain.
Wear Proper Layering
Dress in moisture-wicking and insulating layers to adapt quickly to temperature shifts.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mountain goats
- Red foxes
History
The Wasatch Mountains have long been a playground for outdoor enthusiasts and were historically used by Native American tribes for hunting and gathering.
Conservation
Local guides and companies follow strict Leave No Trace principles to minimize human impact and protect the fragile alpine environment.
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Recommended Gear
Avalanche Beacon
Crucial for safety to locate and be located in case of an avalanche incident.
winter specific
Technical Skis with Metal Edges
Provides the control and durability needed for steep and variable alpine terrain.
winter specific
Layered Clothing System
Allows you to adjust insulation and breathability as weather conditions change.
winter specific
Hydration Pack
Ensures you stay hydrated during long hours of physical exertion.
winter specific