The Grand Traverse of the Remarkables

The Grand Traverse of the Remarkables should be on any climber’s to-do list in the area. Some choose to rope up for it for sections or simul, or you can solo it if you are feeling confident. I did not think the exposure was too bad or route finding too hard.

To get to the traverse from the Shadow Basin trail, gain the ridgeline and begin traversing below the Telecom Tower. You are aiming for a dirt helicopter pad below the steep portion of the north ridge of Double Cone.  Follow the path of least resistance to the north peak of Duble Cone, which is often on the east side of the ridge, although there are many options. There is a steep descent between Double Cone North and South. A steep slab and arete leads to Double Cone South.  Decend into the Grand Coulior and climb back up to the summit of Single Cone. Walk the ridge for about 60m to rappel anchors at the north east gully. It is possible to down climb the gully as well.

The whole route is on the fatmap app. It is very useful to download this to make sure you are on the right path if you are ever in doubt. 

Single rack of cams and a few nuts.