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Route |
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Lat/Lon:
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51.16987°N / 116.0533°W |
Route Type:
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Ice Climbing |
Season:
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Winter |
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Time Required:
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Most of a day |
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Difficulty:
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WI 6 |
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Number of Pitches:
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3 |
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Grade:
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V |
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Overview
Nemisis is one the best pure ice routes in the Rockies. A nice approach on ski's, great views and amazing exposure make the climb a lot of fun. Be prepared for steep fun climbing.
A close up view of the climb.Approach
Ski up the switch back from the Stanley parking lot. Once you reach the meadows continue along the valley bottom and eventually you will see the climb on the right.Route Description
Three or four pitches of steep climbing. There is a somewhat ledge halfway up. The crux can be anywhere on the climb, often comes in easier.Essential Gear
Lots of screws and cordelette for V-threads.Steep climbing on Nemisis
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A close up view of the climb.