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
02/21/2017 - 01:00

Avalanche Observation
Corkscrew slide path

Desolation Wilderness Area (including Emerald Bay)
Toe of the debris.
Huge blocks in the debris.
Looking up from the highest point of the debris.
Looking down on the debris from higher on the edge of the Corkscrew path.
Professional Observer
03/14/2016 - 09:00

Avalanche Observation
Mt. Tallac

Desolation Wilderness Area (including Emerald Bay)
Public
03/02/2017 - 13:20

Avalanche Observation
North Bowl Castle Peak

Donner Summit Area
Public
12/03/2014 - 01:00

Avalanche Observation
Far East Ridge Tamarack Peak

Mount Rose Area
Forecaster
12/13/2014 - 11:30

Avalanche Observation
Near Elephant's Back

Carson Pass Area
Public
04/15/2016 - 12:10

Avalanche Observation
Castle Peak

Donner Summit Area
Forecaster
03/08/2010 - 13:15

Avalanche Observation
Far East Ridge of Tamarack Peak

Mount Rose Area
Forecaster
04/08/2010 - 16:00

Avalanche Observation
Castle Peak

Donner Summit Area
Forecaster
11/16/2017 - 09:00

Avalanche Observation
Hourglass Bowl

Mount Rose Area
Forecaster
11/27/2010 - 15:00

Avalanche Observation
Below ridgeline cliffs on south side/west end of Caples Lake

Carson Pass Area
Public
02/19/2011 - 11:35

Avalanche Observation
Tamarack Peak

Mount Rose Area
Forecaster
03/07/2011 - 13:00

Avalanche Observation
Dogleg Chute, Maggie's Peaks South

Desolation Wilderness Area (including Emerald Bay)
Public
12/06/2017 - 10:00

Avalanche Observation
Frog Lake Ridge

Carson Pass Area
Professional Observer
11/11/2015 - 11:30

Avalanche Observation
Elephants Back NE face

Carson Pass Area
Public
03/25/2011 - 06:00

Avalanche Observation
Crystal Bay N

Mount Rose Area
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