Avalanche forecast

Steamboat & Flat Tops

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

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

  • Persistent Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

Look for and avoid areas of firm, pillowy, wind-drifted snow. You will most likely find these pockets of snow on northerly slopes, in gullies, and close to ridgelines. You could trigger an avalanche from a distance as these pillows rest above weak snow on the ground. If you experience cracking or collapsing in the snowpack, retreat to slopes less than about 30 degrees or those sheltered from the wind.

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