Persistent Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–1.5
Avalanche conditions are generally safe. Use caution on upper-elevation northerly slopes especially if you encounter firm surface snow or observe fresh drifted snow. These are the spots where you can trigger a small avalanche. This is where thin slabs rest over weaker collapsible layers.