These observations document past conditions at a small and variable scale. They are not to be confused with an avalanche forecast. They come from a variety of sources. We can only vouch for the quality of those produced by the SAC forecasters and professional observers.
Date and time of observation or avalanche occurrence Location Media Observation made by
12/29/2021 - 11:00

Avalanche Observation
Hidden Peak

West Shore Area
Public
01/15/2020 - 12:15

Avalanche Observation
Signal Peak

Donner Summit Area
Small cliff ban to the lookers right of the affected slope is where I stopped.  Public
12/11/2021 - 08:10

Avalanche Observation
Base of Elephants Back

Carson Pass Area
Public
02/23/2017 - 07:00

Snowpack Observation
Relay Peak Recreation Area

Mount Rose Area
Public
02/02/2023 - 16:00

Snowpack Observation
Near Jennifer Trail 7600’ Adjacent to Incline Peak SW Drainage

Mount Rose Area
Public
02/05/2022 - 23:43

Snowpack Observation
Rose Knob

Mount Rose Area
N-facing Cornice collapse Big cracks/calving of cornice (different spot than first photo) Significant penitentes on south facing slopes above treeline Melting out to bare dirt in some spots (SE facing slope near Rose Knob Peak) Public
03/20/2021 - 12:45

Avalanche Observation
Red Lake Peak

Carson Pass Area
Public
04/16/2012 - 10:30

Snowpack Observation
Atop E Facing Chute in Ralstonia

Echo Summit Area
Public

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