Avalanche forecast

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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

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

  • Persistent Slabs

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

  • Wind Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

Identify and avoid wind-drifted snow on steep slopes at upper elevations. If the snow feels stiff and hollow, you found one of these wind drifts, and you should avoid traveling on slopes steeper than around 35 degrees. Most slopes below treeline are safe from avalanches.

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