Avalanche forecast

Aspen

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
2 · Moderate
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

You might trigger an avalanche where you find a cohesive slab on top of weak snow near the ground. You are most likely to encounter this combination on wind-drifted terrain features near and above treeline. While most of these avalanches will be small, some could grow large enough to bury you on the most wind-loaded slopes. Safer travel options exist on south or southwest-facing slopes or in wind-sheltered areas where your skis, feet, or machine sink through the snow close to the ground.

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