Front Range

Use caution on high-elevation, northerly to east-facing slopes. These slopes are where you are most likely to find firm surface snow or recently drifted snow resting on collapsible weak layers. These are the spots where you can trigger a small avalanche. Problematic spots are below ridgelines, convex rolls, and in gullies. The same slopes with enough snow to look like enticing riding. These spots will look filled-in, rounded, or like a pillow. The easiest way to avoid avalanches is to stick to slopes with minimal snow cover before this storm.