Avalanche forecast

Vail & Summit County

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Tue
Wed
Alpine
4 · High
Treeline
4 · High
Below
3 · Considerable
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Very 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. Heavy snow and strong wind will result in very dangerous avalanche conditions beginning Friday evening and lasting through the weekend. Avalanches will release naturally, especially on easterly-facing slopes near and above treeline. Backcountry travelers can trigger large, wide, and dangerous avalanches that break into the snowpack two feet deep or more. Travel in avalanche terrain is not recommended during this time.

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