Observer Name
UAC Staff
Observation Date
Friday, April 11, 2025
Avalanche Date
Saturday, March 2, 1963
Region
Salt Lake » Little Cottonwood Canyon » Alta Ski Area
Location Name or Route
North Facing Above Rope Tow
Elevation
9,500'
Aspect
North
Trigger
Natural
Caught
5
Carried
5
Injured
5
Accident and Rescue Summary
Dolores LaChappele and four ski patrollers were caught in an avalanche while on the rope tow.
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