Avalanche forecast

Gunnison

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
View on map

Avalanche danger

Tue
Wed
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
Open full map
Out of date — this forecast expired 9 months ago. You’re viewing past conditions, not the current bulletin.

Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

Identify and avoid wind-drifted snow on steep slopes near and above treeline. If the snow looks smooth and rounded just below a ridgeline or has a stiff, hollow feel to it when traveling across it, you found a wind-drifted slope and should avoid traveling on steep slopes. You can find safer travel options on wind-sheltered slopes at lower elevations or on wind-scoured slopes where the ground is mostly bare with very stiff snow that your feet don't sink more than an inch into.

Regions covered