Persistent Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1.5–2.5
Avalanche forecast
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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
Avalanche danger
Tue
Wed
Alpine
No rating
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
2 · Moderate
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Avalanche problems
Loose Wet
NNEESESSWWNW- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–1.5
Avalanche Summary
The most dangerous areas face northwest, north, and northeast, generally above around 10,000 feet. Here, you can trigger an avalanche that breaks several feet deep bringing most or all of the seasons snowpack down on top of you. You can trigger these avalanches from a distance so be aware of steep slopes above you. To reduce your chances of triggering an avalanche avoid traveling on or under steep slopes facing these aspects of concern. If you are traveling on south-facing slopes watch for loose avalanches when the snow gets wet with warmer temperatures and clear skies. These loose avalanches will be small but can still drag you into dangerous terrain such as a creek or a cliff if you are caught off guard.