Washington Pass Birthday Tour

Backcountry ski tour in East Slopes North
One of the most popular tours in the Washington Pass area due to its numerous variations and outstanding views. Dubbed the "Birthday tour" in Sally Portman's writeup after her husband, Don, skied it on one of his birthdays.
Aspect
NNEESESSWWNW
Min Elevation
5,162 ft
Max Elevation
7,769 ft
Average Slope Angle
23º
Max Slope Angle
57º

Lines

Washington Pass Birthday Tour
4.0 mi • 3,414 ft • 22º
Approach to Copper Creek
0.2 mi • 486 ft • 24º
Copper Pass
3.2 mi • 2,570 ft • 23º
Kangaroo Pass
0.3 mi • -429 ft • 29º
North Fork Twisp River
2.3 mi • 1,260 ft • 21º
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Washington Pass Birthday Tour map