Mount Superior, South Face

Cody & Pep surveying Mt. Superior // [o] @westonshirey

Cody & Pep surveying Mt. Superior // [o] @westonshirey

 

Elevation: 11231’ 3393m

Aspect: South

Vertical: 3000’

Coordinates: 40°35’32”N 111°39’59”W

First descent: Unknown

“This is a Wasatch classic directly across from Alta and Snowbird. It is a must-do for any Utah backcountry skier.” (FCSDofNA)

“Who wants a life imprisoned in safety?”
— Amelia Earhart
En route to Utah, the first setbacks of the season present themselves. With weather, avalanche danger and crowds, the first line of the year is met with difficult decision making, trepidation and the need for patience. As the crews change and time goes by, the reward becomes that much sweeter.