Persistent Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–2
The most dangerous slopes are where you find wind-drifted snow on steep slopes just below ridgelines or in gullies or couloirs at upper elevations. Wind-sheltered slopes at lower elevations offer safer travel options.
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