Avalanche forecast

Front Range

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Sat
Sun
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–2

Avalanche Summary

You can trigger an avalanche on north, northeast, and east-facing slopes near and above treeline where stiff wind-drifted snow rests on weak snow near the ground. If you notice signs of instability in the snowpack such as shooting cracks or collapsing, then consider moving to slopes less than about 30 degrees or a different aspect. Below the treeline, the snow cover is generally too thin to trigger a dangerous avalanche.

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