Persistent Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–2
Avalanche forecast
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Jan 5 – 6, 2025Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger
Tue
Wed
Alpine
No rating
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
2 · Moderate
Avalanche problems
Avalanche Summary
The most dangerous slopes are those with firm, wind-drifted snow on the leeward side of a ridgeline. If you notice cracking in the snow or if it feels stiff and hollow, stay on slopes less than about 35 degrees steep. If you find more than a foot of new snow on slopes facing the northern half of the compass, stick to lower-angle terrain. Safer travel options are found on wind-sheltered slopes lower down, where your feet, skis, or machine sink deeply into the snow without any cracking around you.