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Aron Bosworth
During winter months skiers can shorten the distance into Winter Alta by staying at Pear Lake Ski Hut (advance reservations required).
Reed Youngbar
Traversing below the "Matterhorn."
Aron Bosworth
Climbing above Pear Lake Ski Hut en route to Winter Alta.
Aron Bosworth
Terrain above Pear Lake Basin.
Aron Bosworth
The "Matterhorn" with Winter Alta's summit peeking above the ridgeline.
Aron Bosworth
Clouds and weather can quickly roll up the western slope of the Sierra.
Aron Bosworth
Cloudline from Winter Alta.
Aron Bosworth
Views around Winter Alta.
Aron Bosworth
Neighboring Alta Peak.
Aron Bosworth
Eyeing the prize: Winter Alta's north bowl.
The westward view fom high on Winter Alta's slopes.
Reed Youngbar
Winter Alta.
Reed Youngbar
Gaining the saddle near Winter Alta's summit.
Aron Bosworth
The peaks of the Great Western Divide as seen from Winter Alta's summit.
Reed Youngbar
Skiing Winter Alta's summit couloir.
Aron Bosworth
Fresh tracks on Winter Alta.
Reed Youngbar