Sphinx Mtn Snowpack

Sphinx Mtn Snowpack

On most slopes with a northerly aspect, old snow from several weeks ago has become faceted and is now capped by wind slabs from southerly winds.  Don't trust wind slabs especially in high consequence terrain.  Photo: GNFAC

Advisory Year
11-12

Forecast link: GNFAC Avalanche Forecast for Sat Nov 12, 2011GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Sun Nov 13, 2011GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Wed Nov 16, 2011GNFAC Avalanche Forecast for Wed Nov 16, 2011GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Fri Nov 18, 2011
Northern Madison, 2011-11-11
Access other image sizes:
  • Very Large 1200px
  • Large 480px
  • Medium 220px
  • Small 150px
  • Original