Haines Avalanche Center
Above 2,500ftNone
1,500 to 2,500ftNone
Below 1,500ftNone
Degrees of Avalanche Danger
Avalanche Activity
Some D1-D2 natural loose-slide activity occurred on steep southwest-southeast aspects in the Chilat Pass zone during the last week. Â
Weather
October has brought roughly 3″ of precipitation to the Pass zone, ranging to near 6″ in the Lutak zone. Snow levels have averaged around 3500ft. Settled snow depths are 30-80cm above that level. Alpine temperatures have been hovering between 20F-30F for the most part. Winds have been mostly light to moderate, both out of the North and the South.
Additional Information
Start the season with fresh batteries in your beacon. Do a beacon check with your partners at the trailhead to ensure everyone is beeping and familiar with their equipment. Do a rescue practice / beacon practice at home. ALWAYS wear a beacon, shovel, and probe, and KNOW HOW TO USE THEM!
Announcements
Our first advisory of the season has been posted. Click the -Full Forecast- button below for more details. If you get out on the snow, please send in an observation!