Glacier peak west slope

Map for Mountain Information Network report: Glacier peak west slope

Snow conditions

Riding quality was:
Good
Snow conditions were:
  • Wind affected
We rode:
  • Alpine slopes

Information

The day was:
  • Sunny
Avalanche conditions
  • Rapid temperature rise to near or above 0°C or wet surface snow.

Comments

Great day breaking trail up glacier peak. Small Wind slabs are present in

localized areas (cross loading) and wind crust on ridges and peaks. Minor snow balling from solar radiation observed around south facing rock cliffs. 5 mm surface hoar observed below tree line in areas sheltered from wind.