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The Best Backcountry Ski Trails in Kyrgyzstan

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  • Suusamyr, Ala Bel Pass, skitour - backcountry skiing

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    near Otmek, Chüy (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    Fe Be
    with JC_CA
    Distance
    6.86mi
    Elevation +
    2014f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofSuusamyr, Ala Bel Pass, skitour - backcountry skiing Photo ofSuusamyr, Ala Bel Pass, skitour - backcountry skiing Photo ofSuusamyr, Ala Bel Pass, skitour - backcountry skiing

    Depending on how much snow there is, you can drive further towards the mountains. Very nice view from the top! The slope to ski down is facing north-east. Check the snow conditions to minimize the risk of avalanches. May...

  • Jyrgalan Heights 2, backcountry skiing, moderate

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    near Dzhergalan, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    Fe Be
    with Кристиночка
    Distance
    8.65mi
    Elevation +
    2513f
    TrailRank
    24| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofJyrgalan Heights 2, backcountry skiing, moderate Photo ofJyrgalan Heights 2, backcountry skiing, moderate Photo ofJyrgalan Heights 2, backcountry skiing, moderate

    Moderate skitour around the Yurt camp "Jyrgalan Heights". From the peak you can see Khan Tegri in the distance.

    Beautiful and remote yurt camp during winter!
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  • 2020 02 02 Norus

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    near Dzhogorku-Ichke-Suu, Chüy (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    JC_CA
    with Bort_312
    Distance
    3.55mi
    Elevation +
    2060f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo of2020 02 02 Norus Photo of2020 02 02 Norus Photo of2020 02 02 Norus

    Not enough snow, big crystal powder, with frozen tracks from previous riders esp. on the main middle slope.

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  • 2017 02 12 Zil 12+Arno

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    near Tash-Bashat, Chüy (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    JC_CA
    Distance
    7.29mi
    Elevation +
    3166f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo of2017 02 12 Zil 12+Arno Photo of2017 02 12 Zil 12+Arno Photo of2017 02 12 Zil 12+Arno

    2017-02-12 11.7km 1849m 3285m Extended Backcountry with large group led by Arno Studeregger; long, and not steep on the lower 2/3 of the way. Starting from the top of the lift.

  • Chunkor Tor Peak uptrack (Jyrgalan)

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    near Dzhergalan, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    jamesmarchi
    Distance
    5.35mi
    Elevation +
    3376f
    TrailRank
    22

    This peak offers one of the best viewpoints of any of the ski tours around Jyrgalan village - https://youtube.com/shorts/JBYVtijYICE?feature=share4 This is the uptrack from Jyrgalan Village to Chunkor Tor Peak. (Be ca...

  • 2019 02 09 Austrian Kiss Rene 3200m

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    near Akbulek, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    JC_CA
    Distance
    6.23mi
    Elevation +
    2001f
    TrailRank
    21
    Photo of2019 02 09 Austrian Kiss Rene 3200m Photo of2019 02 09 Austrian Kiss Rene 3200m

    2019020910 km02:39halti1982m>Maxalt: 3139m Lucky to find a trail set by Andrey Erohin and a German group. Deep powder, possibly the nicest tour of the year.

  • Issyk Ata (across from the road ramp)

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    near Ysyk-Ata, Chüy (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    JC_CA
    Distance
    1.07mi
    Elevation +
    0f
    TrailRank
    20
    Photo ofIssyk Ata (across from the road ramp) Photo ofIssyk Ata (across from the road ramp) Photo ofIssyk Ata (across from the road ramp)

    9 Feb 2020 Minimum altitude: 1995 Maximum altitude: 2462 m Spring-like conditions: very little snow; big crystal powder (and some crust). Walked up through junipers without skis for the last part.

  • behind Zil (ЗИЛ) skiing base, very easy backcountry tour

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    near Tash-Bashat, Chüy (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    Fe Be
    with Кристиночка
    Distance
    3.91mi
    Elevation +
    1385f
    TrailRank
    19| Rating 3.0

    Nothing in particular to describe. The tour is short and very easy. Possible to do in 2 hours. You can also go further into the valley. Depending on the snow conditions, you might find some nice slopes. When we went in J...

    This was our first group tour with Erica and half a dozen others in ... 2013? Rarely has a lot of snow, can be windblown...
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  • Viewpoint

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    near Kashkasu, Chüy (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    adrianmorat
    Distance
    0.82mi
    Elevation +
    994f
    TrailRank
    17
    Photo ofViewpoint Photo ofViewpoint Photo ofViewpoint

    Down from viewpoint between aktash and kasha’s suu. Fog on top sober had two tours here ( track only up). Possible to ski to road and be picked up from designated driver. A bit rocky at beginning and end otherwise beauti...

  • Competition Face uptrack (Jyrgalan)

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    near Dzhergalan, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    jamesmarchi
    Distance
    2.85mi
    Elevation +
    2497f
    TrailRank
    17
    Photo ofCompetition Face uptrack (Jyrgalan) Photo ofCompetition Face uptrack (Jyrgalan)

    Uptrack from Jyrgalan Village to the top of "competition face". Some minor errors between km 3 and 4, you can make a slightly better route and save some time and energy. Last section is quite steep, bootpacking necessary...

  • Skitour on the way to Ötmök pass

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    near Otmek, Chüy (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    Fe Be
    Distance
    7.59mi
    Elevation +
    3445f
    TrailRank
    16

    Two times up the same way, down on different slopes. The second slope (further to the west) is difficult. Beware of the snow conditions. You can park the car near the road.

  • Char Jon Peak uptrack (Jyrgalan)

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    near Dzhergalan, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    jamesmarchi
    Distance
    2.77mi
    Elevation +
    2375f
    TrailRank
    12
    Photo ofChar Jon Peak uptrack (Jyrgalan)

    Uptrack from Jyrgalan Village to Char Jon Peak. Last section is a little steep, may be easier to take skis off and bootpack up. Nice 360degree views from the top. Plenty of different options for ski descents, but if unsu...

  • Jyrgalan Heights, backcountry skiing, moderate

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    near Dzhergalan, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    Fe Be
    with Кристиночка
    Distance
    4.92mi
    Elevation +
    1909f
    TrailRank
    20| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofJyrgalan Heights, backcountry skiing, moderate Photo ofJyrgalan Heights, backcountry skiing, moderate Photo ofJyrgalan Heights, backcountry skiing, moderate

    Nice, moderate skitour close to the Yurt camp "Jyrgalan Heights" from which we started.

    Beautiful and remote yurt camp during winter!
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  • Fines line

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    near Kayirmaaryk, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    hullabaloo_
    Distance
    4.44mi
    Elevation +
    2516f
    TrailRank
    13
    Photo ofFines line

    first lines to try at Aksuu yurt lodge

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