Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Unlikely
- Size
- 1–1.5
Look for small, new snow drifts on steep north through east to southeast-facing slopes as the primary hazard to manage. These should be mostly harmless unless you trigger one in consequential terrain. Most slopes lack a denser slab necessary for an avalanche and are safe for travel.