Front Range

You can trigger an avalanche where new snow drifts into slabs at upper elevations. Areas that get 6 inches of snow or more will be the most dangerous. Light winds in the morning will begin to drift snow efficiently as the day progresses. Avalanches can step down into older, denser drifts and grow larger. Cracking in the new snow is a sign you could trigger a slide. The new snow might sluff off some steep slopes but avoid slopes where it drifts into pillows directly below ridges and in gullies. Look for wind-sheltered slopes or slopes less than about 35 degrees for safer riding.

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