Avalanche forecast

Front Range

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Sat
Sun
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

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

  • Persistent Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

You can trigger an avalanche in recently drifted snow at upper elevations on Friday. Variable winds the past two days drifted snow into stiff slabs in some unusual locations in addition to commonly loaded areas. Look for and avoid lens-shaped or bulbous pillows of snow directly beneath ridgelines and on the sides of gully features. Newly formed cornices are a sign that the slope below holds drifted snow. Wind-sheltered slopes offer safer travel options.

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