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11.7 miles
Distance
5,776 ft
Climb
-7,053 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
-1,277 ft
Altitude change
6,250 ft
Altitude min
7,708 ft
Altitude start
6,430 ft
Altitude end
-2.1%
Grade
-127.7%
Grade max
134.6%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
6 miles
Distance down
1,365 ft
Distance flat
Spearhead Traverse Details
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Riding AreaWhistler Backcountry
Whistler, British Columbia -
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Local Popularity5 in Backcountry Skiing
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Global Ranking#612 in Backcountry Skiing
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Winter only trail
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical RatingHard
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Trail VisibilitySometimes hard to follow
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Alpine TrailYes
Spearhead Traverse is a 19 km black diamond singletrack alpine trail located near Whistler British Columbia. This backcountry ski only trail can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating.
Skiers and snowboarders looking to re-enter Whistler Blackcomb’s ski area boundaries from the backcountry should check in with Patrol (604-905-2324) for up-to-date avalanche conditions and terrain closures within the ski area boundary. When re-entering the ski area boundary after hours please be aware of operational hazards such as grooming cats, snowmobiles and to adhere to all signage and fencing.
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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Directions to spearhead-traverse trailhead
(50.082330, -122.868650)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spearhead Traverse
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Where is Spearhead Traverse located?
Spearhead Traverse is located in Whistler Backcountry, Whistler, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Whistler Backcountry trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 50.08233, -122.86865.
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How hard is Spearhead Traverse?
Spearhead Traverse is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 2.1%.
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What is the elevation gain for Spearhead Traverse?
Spearhead Traverse has 5,776 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 7,053 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,250 ft to 8,490 ft.
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Is Spearhead Traverse a point to point trail?
Spearhead Traverse is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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