Avalanche forecast

Sangre de Cristo

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Fri
Sat
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

New and drifted snow at upper elevations increases your chance of triggering an avalanche. Avoid areas on steep slopes with more than around 8 inches of wind-drifted snow or areas that feel stiff, sound hollow, or crack underneath you. You can find safer and more enjoyable backcountry travel on slopes protected from the wind.

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