Avalanche forecast

Grand Mesa

Jan 15 – 16, 2026Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

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

  • Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely
    Size
    1–1.5

Avalanche Summary

Steer around very steep slopes with firm wind-drifted snow at upper elevations. These wind-drifted spots are the only places where you can trigger an avalanche. At lower elevations and on sheltered slopes, the snowpack is cohesionless, with no slab, and generally safe.

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