Front Range

You can trigger an avalanche that breaks on weak snow near the ground. Near the treeline is the most dangerous, especially in recently drifted rocky areas. Above treeline, avalanches may be harder to trigger but equally deadly. Obvious signs of instability are decreasing and you might not see any before you trigger a slide. Don't let a lack of feedback from the snow lure you onto suspect slopes. Avoid slopes steeper than 30 degrees for safer travel. Avoid being on or under most slopes steeper than 30 degrees for safer travel.