First Ski Of The Season

Terrain Distance (approx): 9 miles
Climbing Distance: 2,823 feet
Highest Altitude: 8,694 feet
Trip Time: 5.4 hours
Difficulty: Easy skin up, last 2 miles very technical coming down
Maps: Google Map, Topo Map

Hello from ‘City Brew’ in Missoula. I have just uploaded some pictures from yesterday’s trip up Carlton Ridge.

The first tele-ski of the season was on Thanksgiving. My friend Ronnie and I skied up from the Mormon Peak Trailhead. The lower gate stays open until the end of hunting season, so this trip was a treat. We skied up Carlton Ridge and then topped out on the high point to the West (Northeast of Lolo Peak) at 8,694 feet. [link to topo map of high point]

After the ski, I went to the Brown’s house for Thanksgiving Day dinner. The feast was prepared by their daughter, which was fabulous, and it was nice to see them. After the feast, we settled in for a movie called ‘Ratatouille.’ After some pie and coffee, I was home for a good winter’s sleep.

So here I am, planning to do Trapper Peak tomorrow and finishing up my coffee. Have a good weekend, everyone.