Avalanche forecast

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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

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

  • Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    2–3

Avalanche Summary

The most dangerous slopes sit directly below ridgetop and face a north or easterly direction. These slopes have a weak layer buried several feet deep with a cohesive slab on top. Small slides in drifted snow can break into deeper layers once they start moving. Avoid steep slopes with signs of previous drifting.

South and southwest-facing slopes, and slopes less than about 30 degrees in steepness without steeper slopes overhead offer the safest riding options.

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