Japan Trees

Map for Mountain Information Network report: Japan Trees

Snow conditions

Riding quality was:
Good
Snow conditions were:
  • Deep powder
  • Powder
  • Wind affected
We rode:
  • Dense trees
  • Mellow slopes
  • Open trees
We stayed away from:
  • Alpine slopes
  • Convex slopes

Information

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

Comments

20-30cm of new low density snow overnight. Strong winds with a lot blowing snow kept us at valley bottom. Trail was surprisingly good, but we did not get to the cabin. Trail breaking just before it became a bit much, with large drifts and low visibility turning us around. 120cm snow depth at base of slopes. Good stability on the lower slopes, but we did not get to rigetop, where we suspect wind slab formation. Great to be back in this zone again!