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Snodgrass Approach

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3.0 Miles 4.8 Kilometers


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1,532' 467 m

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Avg Slope (6°)

21%

Max Slope (12°)

11,137' 3,395 m

High

9,606' 2,928 m

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Avalanche risk for Mar 23, 2019: Low

Generally safe avalanche conditions. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features. Natural and human-triggered avalanches unlikely.

Full forecast for CAIC: Gunnison Zone — Brought to you by CO Avalanche Information Center

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Whetstone massif looms in the background as racers climb Snodgrass.
Whetstone massif looms in the background as rac…
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Beginning of Snodgrass ascent.
Beginning of Snodgrass ascent.
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The view of Mt. Crested Butte from the meadow on Snodgrass is sublime.
The view of Mt. Crested Butte from the meadow o…
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