Avalanche spotted on Mac Donell north peak

Map for Mountain Information Network report: Avalanche spotted on Mac Donell north peak

Snow conditions

Riding quality was:
OK
Snow conditions were:
  • Crusty
  • Wind affected
We rode:
  • Alpine slopes
  • Sunny slopes

Information

The day was:
  • Cloudy
  • Foggy
  • Windy
Avalanche conditions
  • Slab avalanches today or yesterday.

Comments

Skiing on Three Guardsmen, spotted a newly formed avalanche starting below Mac Conell north peak with the binoculars. It seems to be about 1.5km long, starting just under the ridge and under the rocks of the peak.

We couldn’t see if it was natural or triggered by skiers.