SW Gulch, Tablelands

Map for Mountain Information Network report: SW Gulch, Tablelands

Snow conditions

Snow conditions were:
  • Crusty
  • Powder
  • Wind affected
We rode:
  • Mellow slopes
  • Open trees
We stayed away from:
  • Alpine slopes
  • Convex slopes
  • Steep slopes

Information

The day was:
  • Cold
  • Sunny
Avalanche conditions
  • Slab avalanches today or yesterday.

Comments

East facing slopes in the SW Gulch have seen a recent avalanche cycle, likely over the last 48 hours. Cornice triggered. Alpine start zones heavily loaded, dense winds slabs in all wind affected areas. We had the guilty pleasure of witnessing an avalanche today.

Softer Snow found in sheltered areas, but the overall snow pack is much denser than it has been in previous weeks. We saw a large party in the Japan Trees area, Awesome to see them digging pits and carrying the avalanche essentials. Access trail conditions were good. iI was a calm and sunny beautiful day to be in the hills.