Northern San Juan

Avalanche

Anonymous · Dec 4, 2022 · Northern San Juan

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Weather

Mid- high 30s @10,000’; overcast, very light precip, little to no wind

Avalanche

The ice climb Campground Couloir (South Mineral Creek, 10,000’ - approx 11,500’, north aspect) slid at approx. 12:30pm. Dense debris w/ large entrained rocks and ice. Duration of at least 60s/no visible crown - likely initiated at much higher elevation. One climber on route at the time, was on a steeper portion and was able to hang on while the majority of the slide passed overhead.