Avalanche forecast

Sangre de Cristo

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Wed
Thu
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
2 · Moderate
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

You could trigger a large avalanche that breaks on weak layers near the ground. Avalanches will be larger on wind-drifted slopes at upper elevations that face northerly and easterly. Use caution around wind-drifted areas that feel stiff or have a smooth rounded appearance.

In areas sheltered from the wind, avalanches may be smaller, but still dangerous. Safer travel options can be found on slopes less than about 30 degrees.

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