Backcountry Whistler & Spearhead Traverse Map: Topographic Ski Mountaineering Guide

Backcountry Whistler & Spearhead Traverse Map: Topographic Ski Mountaineering Guide
Navigate the legendary terrain of the Coast Mountains with the Backcountry Whistler BC Skiing Map. This high-detail, 1:25,000 scale topographic map is the definitive guide for the northern Garibaldi Park region, covering the world-class peaks surrounding the Whistler-Blackcomb resort.

Whether you are planning a single-day glade session or the iconic Spearhead Traverse, this map provides the precision needed for safe mountain travel. It features the Spearhead and Fitzsimmons Ranges, home to North America's premier ski mountaineering routes.

Expert-Level Navigation & Safety

Designed for the rugged conditions of British Columbia, this map is printed on waterproof and tear-proof synthetic paper. It goes beyond simple topography by including:

• Avalanche Terrain Ratings: Integrated ATES (Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale) mapping for informed decision-making.

• Detailed Route Guide: The reverse side acts as a self-contained guidebook with descriptions for steep skiing, ski touring, and hiking.

• Slope Angle Tools: Includes a slope angle table relative to contour spacing to help identify potential slide paths.

• High-Resolution Data: 20m contour intervals, 1km UTM grid lines, and satellite-derived forest cover.

Featured Terrain & Routes

• The Spearhead Traverse: Full coverage of the multi-day route from Blackcomb to Whistler.

• Ski Mountaineering: Marked routes for high-alpine glacier ascents and technical "steeps."

• Varied Terrain: Everything from rolling alpine meadows and glaciated summits to complex forest glades.

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