Mt.Shirouma

Mt.Shirouma　Northern Alps

September　ver.1.0　4-C

Mountain Name：Mt.Shirouma
Altitude：2,932m

Route：Sarukura－Daisekkei－Mt.Shirouma　13.2km　1,720m　／　Tsugaike－Mt.Korenge－Mt.Shirouma　17.7km　1,500m

　An ice axe and crampons are necessary for the classic Daisekkei route,as snow remains in the valley even throughout summer.While passing through the valley,look out for falling rocks,and be careful not to slip on ice or sink into the snow.the route from Tsugaike to Mt.Shirouma is long,so please plan accordingly.Avoid dehydration and heatstroke by staying hydrated,and make sure to bring enough water with you as there are no refill stations between Hakubaoike and Mt.shirouma.Adverse weather can cause hypothermia between Mt.Korenge and Mt.Shirouma,so piease exercise coution.