Commonly considered one of the most challenging ski trails in America, Corbet’s Couloir at Jackson Hole features a 20-foot initial drop and 50-degree pitch which looms large for any skier or snowboarder who visits the iconic Wyoming resort and wants to go home saying the conquered everything the mountain had to offer.
Generations of skiers from across the world have traveled to Jackson Hole and stepped up to the edge to judge if their skills accumulated at their home mountains are enough to slay this beast. Peering down the barrel of Corbet’s is humbling experience and its not uncommon to see people turn away after a visual inspection.
If you do decide to bite the bullet and drop into Corbet’s you should not feel obligated to do it all at once, rather you can take the conservative approach and inch down its nearly vertical Goat Path like this east coast skier who narrated his first approach into Corbet’s.
Ultimately there is a moment towards the bottom that requires total commitment but its manageable if you have a plan and ski it deliberately. Good on this guy for bravely taking on Corbet’s and sharing his experience.
Jackson Hole offers diverse terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels, but no discussion of this iconic destination would be complete without mentioning Corbet’s Couloir. With a 20-foot drop and 50-degree pitch, it’s one of the steepest ski slopes in North America. Known as one of the craziest ski resorts, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort brings skiers from around the world to test their limits on this legendary terrain. The Aerial Tram cruises right by Corbet’s on its way to the top, offering skiers/riders a glimpse of the famed couloir. And if you’re hungry for waffles, check out the famous Corbet’s Cabin.
Access via the Aerial Tram
Accessing Corbet’s Couloir requires a ride on the Aerial Tram, which transports skiers up 4,139 vertical feet in under 10 minutes. Along the way, you’ll catch a glimpse of the stunning Jackson Hole terrain park and take in 360-degree views of the Tetons and the Jackson Hole valley. After skiing Corbet’s, head to Corbet’s Cabin at 10,450 feet to celebrate with gourmet waffles.
