Avalanche forecast

Vail & Summit County

Feb 17 – 18, 2026Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
4 · High
Treeline
4 · High
Below
3 · Considerable
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

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

  • Storm Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Very Likely
    Size
    1–2

Avalanche Summary

An Avalanche Warning is in effect for the Gore Range and Holy Cross Wilderness from Wednesday through Thursday. The biggest storm of the season is bringing strong winds and over a foot of snow to a weak snowpack. You can easily trigger large and dangerous avalanches on most steep slopes. Travel in avalanche terrain is not recommended.

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