Persistent Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Unlikely
- Size
- 1–2
Avalanche forecast
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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
Avalanche danger
Tue
Wed
Alpine
1 · Low
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems
Avalanche Summary
Most slopes are generally safe from avalanches. Triggering a deeper breaking avalanche has become less likely, but is still a lingering potential in shallow areas on steeper slopes. These low-probability avalanches can be consequential in more complex or extreme terrain – even if confined to an isolated part of the slope. Shallow, trigger spots lurk near rock outcroppings, on steep rollovers, and in wind-exposed areas below ridges and cliffs. Even small, isolated avalanches can lead to a rough ride or unfortunate outcome in the wrong terrain.