Avalanche forecast

Vail & Summit County

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Wed
Thu
Alpine
1 · Low
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

Avoid rounded pillows of firm drifted snow in high-elevation terrain where you could trigger an avalanche. These will be found close to ridges and along gully walls. The avalanche you trigger will most likely be harmless unless you are in consequential terrain.

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