Northern San Juan

Most slopes are safe from avalanches, but you could still trigger an avalanche in some areas. Look out for and avoid places where drifting snow formed thin, cohesive slabs underneath the new snow. You are most likely to find these areas at high elevations on northerly and east-facing slopes, especially just below a ridgeline or in a gully or couloir. You can reduce your chances of triggering a small but potentially dangerous avalanche by traveling in lower-angle, wind-sheltered terrain.