Grand Mesa

You can trigger an avalanche on most steep slopes that face northwest through north to east. You can trigger them from a distance, so be aware of steep slopes above you and where you stop and regroup. The easiest way to avoid being caught in an avalanche is to avoid steep slopes large enough to bury you if they slide on all aspects of concern. If you do decide to venture into steep terrain, make sure you only expose one person at a time, and the rest of your group can clearly see the person from a safe distance away.

If you trigger an avalanche or see anything interesting, please consider sending us an observation.