Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Oct 14th, 2019 12:20PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Wind Slabs.
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Parks Canada
Hikers and scramblers should be aware of the potential for avalanches on routes and trails leading above treeline. Decent skiing and any kind of ice climbing are still a ways away.
Summary
Weather Forecast
Check Environment Canada and the Avalanche Canada Mountain Weather Forecast for up to date weather information.
Snowpack Summary
Two significant upslope storms deposited 80-120cm of snow in the park in between late September and early October. Although this snow has mainly melted down low, be prepared to find dry snow and winter avalanche conditions in the alpine.
Avalanche Summary
There have been no recent avalanches reported, with little data available. If you do head out we would love to hear what you find in a MIN report.
Confidence
Problems
Wind Slabs
Enough snow has fallen to create winter like conditions up high. Be on the lookout for pockets of windslab especially in confined features.
- Be cautious with gully features.
- Be careful with wind loaded pockets.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Oct 15th, 2019 12:20PM
