MCR Observation

Mountain Conditions Report

<p>I headed up to Cory Pass again today. The snow level started at around 2100 m and quickly increased to 40-45 cm deep at the Pass (2300 m) with the cross loaded gullies below Edith drifted in up to 60 cm deep. At the Pass I had a good view down towards Edith Pass where I saw evidence of several size 1-2 avalanches from some time in the past few days off the steep N facing slopes on Mt Edith, running to valley bottom.</p> <p>We opted to turn around and go back down the south side. There was quite a bit more snow overall than I was hoping for, even more so on the north side. Lots of post holing. Unless you're up for a winter mountaineering challenge with the additional hazards it brings the Cory Pass trail will have to wait until next summer. </p> <p>It's definitely winter up there, and time to be packing your avalanche gear.</p> <p>Regards,<br /> Tom Wolfe<br /> Mountain Guide, ACMG/IFMGA</p>