Mount Shasta

Avalanches are unlikely today, but small wet loose slides may be possible on steep solar aspects, especially around rocks. Falling rime ice will present a hazard on steep slopes like Avalanche Gulch under the Red Banks. Don't linger under steep areas with large amounts of ice overhead.

No avalanches or signs of instability have been reported recently, but during this period of warm days and nights and calm wind it's a good idea to pay attention to how wet the snow surface is getting during the day, particularly on steep SE-S-SW facing slopes. Steep slopes with exposed rocks will heat up even faster. Pin wheels and roller balls are telltale signs of loose wet snow becoming unstable. Avoiding steep south facing slopes during the heat of the day will minimize your exposure to this potential hazard.

Climbers, please be aware that a winter ascent of Mt. Shasta is a more serious undertaking than in the spring and summer. Please refer to the Climbing Advisory tab and read the full report. Wear a helmet and beware of falling ice and slide for life conditions on the upper mountain. A summit pass and wilderness permit are required above 10,000 feet. These can be obtained at Bunny Flat. Human waste pack out bags are also available - please use them and pack out all waste and garbage.