Laundry Chutes
The laundry chutes are guarded by a huge cornice, and in the case of the Purex Chute, a cliff. You'll need to rappell. The choke points are very narrow and not always filled in. Laundry Chute East has an especially narrow choke at the bottom. There may be mandatory air or cliffs that require ropes to get past in any of these chutes. These are extremely dangerous couloirs and are not always possible to ski.
Maps
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Trailheads
West Sopris Creek Winter Closure
Thomas Lakes Trailhead *(Summer Only)
Access closed in the Winter at West Sopris Creek Rd
Trip Reports
Websites
Guide Books
Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Routes: Colorado by Brittany & Frank Konsella
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