Gunnison

An Avalanche Watch is in effect. Very dangerous avalanche conditions will develop on Saturday. Travel in avalanche terrain is not recommended on Saturday.

Snowfall will begin Friday mid-day and ramp up overnight. Until significant snowfall accumulates, you might trigger an avalanche where the snowpack is thinner, like near rocks or cliff bands. In areas with a deeper snowpack, you are less likely to trigger a slide but it will be difficult to determine where a shallow spot may be hiding. Choosing terrain less than about 35 degrees can help reduce your uncertainty.