Observation Date
1/3/2020
Observer Name
Andrew Nassetta
Region
Uintas
Location Name or Route
Soapstone to Bald Mtn. Pass
Comments
Started the day with a low-cloud ceiling and warm temps around 25 degrees F. The air was still, and quite pleasant at Soapstone TH. Moved from there toward Bald Mtn. Pass via Highway 150. As expected, riding conditions increased with elevation gain and the sun had begun to show itself around 0900.
At 9,800’ around the trial lake area, riding conditions improved in low-angle sheltered terrain out of the wind. The pattern continued and conditions increased all the way up to the pass.
Very little avalanche activity was observed. A small windslab was noted on the north face of Mt. Murdock at 11,000’ near Bald Mtn. Pass and most likely released during this week’s weather events.
The riding continued to be 5-stars in low-angle sheltered terrain at upper elevations where the snowpack was fat and consistent. But -- many open meadows and exposed portions of terrain still presented objective hazards such as rocks and stumps, be careful out there and chose wisely while the snow continues to stack up!
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate