April 5, 2007, - Willamette Pass Dusk Patrol
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Not really a backcountry report, but the resort's closed and the lift's aren't running so not really a lift accessed report either. Todd and I left work an hour early to get to the pass, and skinned most of the way up to the top of Eagle Peak (6666'). We took in the views for about 45 minutes before heading down for 1400' vertical. The snow was marginal, but had firmed up from the super slush we encountered on the way up. Diamond Peak can be seen in the third photo...........planning on doing that in a few weeks if the weather cooperates!
We've just done 3 days of skinning up ski-area runs. To me it sure feels like BC if I earn 'em.
Diamond looks cool, as do all volcanoes. How late is it usually skiable?
Diamond looks cool, as do all volcanoes. How late is it usually skiable?
author=telemack link=topic=6782.msg27352#msg27352 date=1176081162]
Diamond looks cool, as do all volcanoes. How late is it usually skiable?
Mack...
Diamond Will be good till July in the NE aspects as will all the others above 6500' here below the 45thP.
...Late May is when you can usuially get to the closest parking lots.
Like Pin said, Diamond is skiable through July on the north side (which holds good snow and has some nice bowls. The closest approach this time of year is from the west/southwest side (about 3-4 miles or so, depending on snowpack). The west side is good through May, but obviously loses snow sooner than the north side due to exposure. It's a nice ride, with about 4000 feet of vertical. The mountain is rather large (the above picture doesn't do it justice!), with several days of skiing options available.
Matt
Matt
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