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1.4 miles
Distance
-1,558 ft
Descent
1 mile
High Point
-1,560 ft
Altitude change
5,974 ft
Altitude min
7,534 ft
Altitude start
5,974 ft
Altitude end
-20.5%
Grade
-73.3%
Grade max
-0.7%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance down

Outer Limits Details

  • Activities
    • Backcountry Ski
    • Downhill Ski
    • Nordic Ski
  • Riding Area
    Whakapapa Skifield - Ruapehu
    National Park
  • Ref Number
    #70
  • Difficulty Rating
    Double Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Backcountry Skiing [+]
    • 5 in Skiing
    • 5 in Nordic Skiing
  • Global Ranking
    #276 in Backcountry Skiing [+]
    • #6644 in Skiing
    • #3831 in Nordic Skiing
  • Winter only trail
  • Trail Type
    Ski Run (Off-Piste)
  • Snow Grooming
    Backcountry
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
  • Physical Rating
    Extreme
  • Trail Visibility
    No clear path
  • Alpine Trail
    Yes
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes

BLACK MAGIC BACKCOUNTRY AREA: No Ski Patrol or avalanche control. ENTER AT YOUR OWN RISK

In the Black Magic Backcountry Area, past the boundary and has some amazing views.

DISCLAIMER: This area is outside the ski area boundary. There is no signage, fencing, active ski patrol or avalanche control undertaken in the area. Hazards are not marked. You may not be able to hear any lahar/emergency sirens in parts of the backcountry area. Please respect the backcountry and ski with care!

Access Info

From the top of the Far West T-Bar.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Disclaimer

BACKCOUNTRY:This trail is outside the ski area boundary. There is no signage, fencing, or active avalanche control undertaken in the area. Hazards are not marked. Please respect the backcountry and ski with care!

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Outer Limits

        ▼ Where is Outer Limits located?
        Outer Limits is located in Whakapapa Skifield - Ruapehu, National Park, New Zealand. It is part of the Whakapapa Skifield - Ruapehu trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -39.26175, 175.55758.
        ▼ How hard is Outer Limits?
        Outer Limits is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Extreme. The average grade is 20.5%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Outer Limits?
        The trail has 1,558 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,974 ft to 7,534 ft.
        ▼ Is Outer Limits a point to point trail?
        Outer Limits is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is ski run (off-piste).
        ▼ How long is Outer Limits?
        Outer Limits is 1.4 miles long. The trail type is ski run (off-piste).
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Outer Limits?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Outer Limits. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ How do I access Outer Limits? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
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        ▼ How busy is Outer Limits?
        Outer Limits is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. View recent activity on this trail.

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