Togwotee Pass

The general avalanche hazard for most areas west of and along the Continental Divide is LOW and is MODERATE in the upper Green River Basin which experienced greater snowfall accumulations during the most recent storm. In the Upper Green River drainage, areas of soft slab up to two feet in depth formed by east winds exist. In the remaining areas isolated pockets of soft slab up to one foot in depth lie upon leeward aspects. These slabs lie upon slick old snow surfaces and could be triggered by riders or skiers who venture onto steep wind loaded slopes. Use caution on steep slopes with significant accumulations of fresh snow.

( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )Cold temperatures will prevail as a very cold artic airmass settles in. Skies will be mostly cloudy with a chance of some very light snow. Temperatures at sunrise are expected to be around 15 to 20 below zero. Daytime highs will rise to around positive five degrees. Winds will be south to southwesterly at 5 to 15 MPH.AVALANCHE HAZARD FORECAST FOR THE TETON AREA, PORTIONS OF THE TOGWOTEE PASS / CONTINENTAL DIVIDE AREA WEST OF AND ALONG THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE AND THE CENTRAL AND NORTHERN PORTIONS OF THE GREYS RIVER / SOUTHWEST TRAILS AREA: The general avalanche hazard is expected to be LOW. Isolated pockets of soft surface slab up to one foot in depth exist and pose a potential hazard to backcountry users who venture into cliff areas, steep couloirs on onto steep slopes above terrain traps. FOR THE UPPER GREEN RIVER BASIN AND THE EASTERN AND SOUTHERN PORTIONS OF THE GREYS RIVER / SOUTHWEST TRAILS AREA. The general avalanche hazard is expected to be MODERATE. Areas of soft surface slabs up to two feet in depth exist. Caution is advised on steep slopes with significant accumulations of new snow. Backcountry users are advised to consult area specific forecasts issued every morning as new information may become available and unexpected weather can change conditions.