Persistent Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Unlikely
- Size
- 1–1.5
Most slopes lack enough slab for a large avalanche. If you do find an isolated area of firm wind-drifted snow, travel around it. These areas are most likely at higher elevations close to ridgelines.