Togwotee Pass

The general avalanche hazard is MODERATE. Cold temperatures continue to cause the existing snowpack to become more faceted. Some potential remains for backcountry users to trigger slab avalanches on steep avalanche prone slopes even if they have already benn crossed multiple times by skiers or snowmachiners.

( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )Mid and high level clouds will spread south across the area this evening producing mainly flurries or very light snowfall on Saturday. This system will usher in some very cold Arctic air that will remain entrenched through Saturday. Daytime highs will remain below zero. Winds will be northwesterly at 5 to 10 MPH. AVALANCHE HAZARD FOR THE TETON AREAThe general avalanche hazard is expected to remain LOW at all elevations on Saturday. Isolated pockets of old slab up to two feet deep persist and could be triggered on very steep rocky northerly aspects by backcountry travelers. AVLANCHE HAZARD FOR THE TOGWOTEE PASS/CONTINENTAL DIVIDE AND GREYS RIVER/SOUTHWEST TRAILS AREASThe general avalanche hazard is expected to remain MODERATE. Weaknesses associated with faceted snow persist in the snowpack. Dangerous slabs could be triggered on some very steep wind loaded aspects, however multiple passes by snowmachines or skiers may be made before a weak point is crossed and a slab avalanche is triggered. Backcountry users are advised to consult area specific forecasts issued every morning as new information may become available and unexpected weather can change conditions.