Avalanche forecast

Vail & Summit County

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Tue
Wed
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

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

  • Wind Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

The most dangerous slopes are where previous winds have drifted snow into thick slabs. These slopes face north through east to southeast. Pay attention to harder-feeling slabs of snow and avoid steep slopes where you find these conditions. Avalanches that you trigger in drifted snow can easily step down to deeper layers, resulting in a large avalanche. You can find safer riding at lower elevations and in wind-sheltered spots.

Weather Summary

JK says lots of snow to move and it seems like we'll have the winds to do it throughout the day on Sunday, so raising ATL to CON for WSa likely on Monday. back it off if you need

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