Avalanche forecast

Vail & Summit County

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

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

  • Wind Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

Be careful when you find drifts of snow near ridgelines. You are most likely to find these drifts on north through east to southeast aspects. You can work around these firm pillows on soft unconsolidated snow or avoid steep slopes where you find snow that cracks under you. You can find safer travel on slopes sheltered from the wind.

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