Avalanche

Avalanche: Gold Hill

Staples via MartinUintas
View on map

Quick report

Slope Angle
35°

Avalanche

Slab Width
12 m
Weak Layer
Facets
Trigger Type
Snowmobiler
Vertical Fall
12 m
Avalanche Type
Soft Slab
Slab Thickness
41 cm
Trigger Detail
Remotely Triggered
Start Zone Aspect
Northwest
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Start Zone Elevation
2987 m

This slope is well below treeline and a great example of how you can be riding in the trees and thinking you're staying out of avalanche terrain. The problem is that there are lots of small, steep slopes below treeline where you can get into trouble, especially if they slide into a creek or gully.