Southern San Juan

Avalanche

Nick Armano · Feb 25, 2019 · Southern San Juan

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Weather

Sunny, 35 degrees, light breeze. Between 10,000 and 10,300

Avalanche

Observed crown on east facing slope just under the ridgetop and another crown south facing just under Gibbs Peak at 12,286. Massive slide paths with 40-50 yard wide debris path and blast evidence 25-30 feet up trees on east facing slope near tailout of slide path. Elevation where we were standing 10,200.