Avalanche forecast

Front Range

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Tue
Wed
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–2

Avalanche Summary

You can trigger a small avalanche where the wind drifted snow over buried weak layers at upper elevations. Drifted snow can be identified by its smooth rounded appearance and found on steep slopes below ridgelines, in gullies, and on steep rollovers. Even small avalanches can be dangerous if you get knocked off your feet or carried into high-consequence terrain. You can find safer travel on wind-sheltered slopes or slopes less than about 35 degrees.

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