Bradley Benson Ski Traverse Register

Date and Time:
Fri, Mar 13, 2026; 8:00 AM (Pacific) - Sun, Mar 15, 2026  8:00 AM  (Pacific)

Organized By: Loma Prieta Chp Ski Touring

Event Organizers:
Craig Haupt
   craigmhaupt@gmail.com
   (408) 529-3081

One way ski tour from Bradley hut parking to near Donner State Park, via Bradley and Benson huts.  Day 1 will be the ski up to Bradley hut via Pole Creek road, with the afternoon to explore.  Day 2 will be the traverse from Bradley to Benson, which is expected to take all day.  Day 3 will be the descent from Benson down to Truckee.  $110 covers the hut fees.  No meals are included. 

 

Route will vary depending on conditions.  2 possible routes for each of days 2 and 3 are included in these: 

Bradley Benson 1 | 16.5 mi Running Route on Strava 

Bradley Benson 2 | 15.5 mi Running Route on Strava 

Level: Strenuous (Advanced Intermediate)

Signup Instructions: RSVP on this site. Email leader with questions.

Bring: Ski/Snowshoe gear, sleeping bag, pad, and pack, Avalanche safety gear (beacon, probe, shovel) required. Winter touring gear.

Signup Restrictions: All participants required to meet the STS skills for advanced intermediate trips.

Additional Directions: Leader will contact participant to assess required experience and gear, confirm trip acceptance

Carpool: No organized carpool. Participants may self organize carpools.

Note: Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.

Cancellation Policy: Hut fees are not refundable, even in the event of trip cancellation due to poor weather.