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Second Creek Trailhead.
The Arapaho Trailhead at Second Creek.
This is avalanche country! Be prepared for avalanche mitigation.
Starting the ascent up Second Creek.
Beginning to climb up the southwest aspect of Second Creek.
Approaching the ridgeline.
Transitioning to ski the north face of First Creek.
Heavy snow conditions at First Creek.
Looking into First Creek.
The Chimney.
Moderate angle open skiing.
North aspect skiing.
Approaching the gap in the rocks.
Looking up the Chimney from below the gap.
Final descent into First Creek.
Looking northeast at the highway.
The Chimney from the parking lot.