Backcountry Skiing and Snowboarding the Tele Bowl ◈

The so-called Tele Bowls are a classic locals backcountry adventure, with easy, close-to-town access from Sherwin Meadows Trailhead. The approach involves a fair amount of travel over flat terrain. Do multiple laps, or check guidebooks for steeper, more adventurous routes above the bowls like the Bardini Chutes and Punta Bardini. Always carry appropriate gear, check with the Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center (ESAC ) for timely snowpack and avalanche conditions reports, and be "avy savvy."
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The so-called Tele Bowls are a classic locals backcountry adventure, with easy, close-to-town access from Sherwin Meadows Trailhead. The approach involves a fair amount of travel over flat terrain. Do multiple laps, or check guidebooks for steeper, more adventurous routes above the bowls like the Bardini Chutes and Punta Bardini. Always carry appropriate gear, check with the Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center (ESAC ) for timely snowpack and avalanche conditions reports, and be "avy savvy."

Avalanche Forecast for 11/27/2024

AVALANCHE FORECAST: Over the past five days, two storms brought periods of heavy snowfall, strong winds, and dangerous avalanche conditions to the region. As the weather settles, avalanches breaking in new and wind-drifted snow will become less likely. Be prepared to assess the recent snow for signs of instability, like cracking underfoot, before venturing into avalanche terrain. We have very limited information about the snowpack at mid and upper elevations. If old snow has formed weak layers near the base of the snowpack, you can expect avalanche conditions to settle more slowly. Find out More

Experience Checklist
- Avalanche safety gear
- Backcountry Partner
- Beanie
- Complete backcountry Ski/Snowboard Kit
- Day pack
- Energy bars/electrolyte replacement
- Knowledge and understanding of local conditions
- Knowledge of conditions & safety/rescue procedures
- Ski goggles or sunglasses
- Ski helmet
- Ski or snowboard boots
- Ski pants & jacket
- Ski poles
- Skis or snowboard
- Sunscreen/lip protector
- Warm clothing
- Water
- Windbreaker/shell
- Winter gloves
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Experience Information

Trail Length
2.3 miles

Trail Surface
Snow

Duration
Half day
This experience begins at the Sherwin Meadows Trailhead.
- Get driving directions to Sherwins Trailhead
- Get public-transit options*
*Note that not all facilities are accessible via public transit.