Cornices at Tim Jones Pk (Second pk)

Map for Mountain Information Network report: Cornices at Tim Jones Pk (Second pk)

Snow conditions

Riding quality was:
Good
Snow conditions were:
  • Crusty
  • Hard
  • Powder
We rode:
  • Steep slopes
We stayed away from:
  • Sunny slopes

Information

The day was:
  • Cloudy
  • Sunny
  • Warm
Avalanche conditions
  • 30cm + of new snow, or significant drifting, or rain in the last 48 hours.

Comments

Snow was surprisingly good today. Lots of small wet debris from trees shedding ice. Main concern was cornices on north facing steep slopes. At pump peak there is only a small cornice, but in the surrounding area and at Tim Jones peak especially they are looming and getting very large. Know the terrain and when in doubt stick to the trees, the velvety look of an open ridge can be deceiving.