Corbet’s Couloir at Jackson Hole is easily one of the most famous ski runs in the world, if not the most famous. It’s iconic entrance is home to one of the coolest freeride competitions out there, in addition to being a hotspot for gnarly failures and epic successes.
It’s not much of a new phenomenon either. Corbet’s clips have been around for a long time. In fact they go as far back as at least 1997, based on this clip.
Jackson Hole’s Guide to Skiing Corbet’s Couloir:
“To tackle Corbet’s Couloir, start by planning your trip to Jackson Hole and brushing up on your skills. JHMR offers a Steep and Deep camp designed to help skiers master advanced techniques. Once you arrive, take a few moments to watch how seasoned skiers approach the run—it’s a perfect mix of skill and style (see the video below). Even experienced skiers find Corbet’s challenging, so only highly experienced skiers and riders should attempt to ski the Couloir. If you hope to ski the Couloir one day, but need to brush up on your skills, check out our Terrain Parks.“
