The most popular time of year for skiing Mt. Washington’s legendary Tuckerman Ravine is typically in late April or early May, when the ski resorts across New England have begun to shut down and skiers and snowboarders alike are making the pilgrimage to the iconic slope. But that doesn’t mean you can’t grab some turns during other times of year.
Mid-winter lines in Tuckerman are possible, though it should be noted that the avalanche danger is often more significant and the travel is often more difficult. Only do so if you have the proper training and gear (beacon, shovel, and probe) for avalanche conditions.
There’s typically still snow in the ravine late into the spring, but people tend to stay away once it gets more sparse. Yet people still get out there to snag some turns, including this guy who was filmed on Sunday, June 8th.
A look at the Wildcat Webcam aimed towards Mt. Washington reveals just how sparse Tuckerman Ravine really is. There’s still snow, but there are plenty of dirt patches to make a full run quite a bit more difficult. Still if you’re feeling the itch to get on some snow, Mount Washington might be the place to do it.
