Avalanche forecast

Mount Shasta

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Avalanche danger

Thu
Alpine
3 · Considerable
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

All steep terrain near and above treeline poses the highest likelihood of triggering a wind slab avalanche. Large cornices indicate that the slope below has previously been wind loaded. Watch for new snow blowing and signs of wind drifts. Apply appropriate travel and riding techniques to help mitigate the danger today. Shooting cracks beneath your feet and signs of recent avalanches are bull's eye clues that the snowpack is unstable.  

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Likely
    Size
    1–3

    Shifting winds and new snow are both key ingredients needed to create fresh wind slabs. Cross-loaded slopes exist on the bottom half of the compass and will likely occur over the majority of terrain near and above the treeline by today's end.  Although wind-loaded slopes may be difficult for humans to trigger, best not to test your luck, considering the deadly consequences. 

    Today's snow surface is tomorrow's weak layer. A surface hour layer was found in the Eddies on east and northeast aspects below and near treeline.

Avalanche Discussion

Pre-registration for the Ascension race will end at 5 pm today.  You can still purchase registration HERE. Tickets for the Snow Ball can be purchased at the Fifth Season, so get yours today. Also, the 3rd annual Virtual Silent Auction is now live. Check it out and bid down on some rad auction items before it's too late. 

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ROAD & RECREATION SITE STATUS: 

  • The Everitt Memorial Highway and Castle Lake road are CLOSED (Snowmobile access up Everitt Memorial Highway is not possible. Best access is Pilgrim Creek or Deer Mtn Sno-Parks)
  • Pilgrim Creek and Deer Mountain Snowmobile Park's are OPEN
  • Mt Shasta Ski Park - OPEN
  • Sand Flat Winter Trails - CLOSED
  • Nordic Center - Call 530-925-3494 for the latest update.

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