Blarney

The East face of Pt. 13,500, aka Blarney, has a big steep rocky chute just to the North of the summit. There are also more skiable lines to the North of that. Avalanche danger is high, and the sun can melt this East facing line out, so be sure to scout it first. This is often bypassed on the way to Twining Peak AKA Blue Peak.

Maps

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Trailheads

Independence Pass Summit *(Summer Only)

Independence Pass is closed in the Winter

Trip Reports

05/29/2015 - (14erskiers.com)

05/26/2013 - (14ers.com (Multiple Reports))

06/06/2008 - (TGR Forum)

Websites

Backcountry Skiing Colorado

Backcountry Skiing Colorado (Independence Pass General Info)

Guide Books

Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Routes: Colorado by Brittany & Frank Konsella

Dawson's Guide to Colorado Backcountry Skiing, Volume 1 by Louis W. Dawson

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