Most years, the closing weeks of skiing at Arapahoe Basin are marked by the appearance of Lake Reveal. It’s a natural pond located roughly under the Lenawee lift and it’s open for skiers and snowboarders to coast across as they pass by.

At first, the pond forms in lanes, which get wider as more snow melts and more people hit these lines. Eventually, the pond opens up to be a larger pool.

The length of the pond varies, offering a variety of lines for skiers and riders to take in attempt to cross. Some options might be as short as 10-15 feet, while others seem to be as long as 50-60 or more. The pond is only a few feet deep.

If you’re wanting to catch the action but not wanting to cross yourself, there’s plenty of room around the pond to watch those brave enough to attempt this classic A-Basin feat. There’s also a great view from the Lenawee lift.

Based on observation, I’d estimate that 80% of the people attempting to cross make it to the other side safely. The other 20% fall victim to wipeouts that range from brutal tomahawks to losing speed and slowly sinking.

Be warned: If you fall to cross this pond correctly (and even sometimes when you make it across), your gear will get wet. If you don’t want to ski in wet gear, save your crossings for the end of the day. It’s also worth noting that crossing this pond can be dangerous. Participate at your own risk.