Avalanche forecast

Vail & Summit County

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
1 · Low
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely
    Size
    1–1.5

Avalanche Summary

Many slopes are too shallow for you to trigger an avalanche. If you find drifts of firm snow at high elevations, you could trigger a small avalanche, especially on shady aspects where old snow is present. Cracking in drifted snow and audible collapses are signs to avoid steep slopes with continuous snow cover. Even a small avalanche can be nasty, as you can easily get raked through rocks early in the season.

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