Avalanche forecast

Avalanche forecast

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Mon
Tue
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

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

  • Persistent Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

Higher elevation wind-drifted slopes that face north, northeast, and east are the most likely places to trigger an avalanche. You can trigger a small avalanche in the newly drifted snow or deeper on buried weak layers. Steer around stiffer drifts below ridgelines or the sides of gullies. Lower-angle, wind-sheltered slopes will provide safe travel options.