Avalanche forecast

Vail & Summit County

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Wed
Thu
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

You are most likely to trigger an avalanche below ridges and along gullies where winds have drifted snow into thicker slabs. Look for and avoid rounded pillows of firm snow in the alpine, and be attentive close to the treeline. If you get caught in a small slide in the early season it is likely to push you into exposed rocks and tree stumps. Head to lower-angled slopes or those without a firm slab if you experience cracking or collapsing.

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