Avalanche

Avalanche: Mitton Peak

Toby WeedLogan
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Avalanche

Slab Width
762 m
Weak Layer
Facets
Trigger Type
Natural
Vertical Fall
762 m
Avalanche Type
Hard Slab
Slab Thickness
152 cm
Start Zone Aspect
Southeast
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Start Zone Elevation
2530 m

The HUGE natural avalanche off Mitton Peak above Hwy 89/91 in Sardine Canyon is impressive to say the least.

We've been able to get up and look at this avalanche. I've included a few more pictures.