Akamina-Bull-Crowsnest North-Crowsnest South-Elkford East — Avalanche Forecast

The latest avalanche bulletin for Akamina-Bull-Crowsnest North-Crowsnest South-Elkford East (Canada) was valid until Wednesday, April 22, 2026 (danger 3 — Considerable). No newer forecast has been published — likely off-season.

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This bulletin expired on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 — no newer forecast has been published.

Maximum Danger
3 · CONSIDERABLE
Akamina-Bull-Crowsnest North-Crowsnest South-Elkford EastCA-5a13
3

Avalanche danger will rise through the day with warming and light rainConditions will deteriorate sooner than expected if a strong crust does not form overnight. Plan your trip accordingly

Danger by Elevation

Alpine3Considerable
Treeline3Considerable
Below treeline2Moderate

Active Avalanche Problems

Wet Snow
Wet Snow
All elevations
Size2/5
FrequencyLikely
StabilityPoor
Cornice
Cornice
Treeline and above
Size3/5
FrequencyPossible
StabilityFair

No new avalanches reported.We suspect natural loose wet avalanches will continue on steep, sun-exposed slopes during the afternoons, with a possibility of occasional cornice failures as well. Isolated wind slabs may be primed for human triggering on high north-facing slopes.

Rising freezing levels and strong sun will weaken the snowpack throughout the day.A melt-freeze crust may exist on the surface on all but north facing alpine terrain, where 10 to 30 cm of dry snow sits atop a crust. Lower elevation areas below treeline may not experience an overnight refreeze and remain moist or isothermal.A weak layer of facets above a hard crust is buried 50 to 70 cm deep. This layer hasn't produced avalanches in over a week.Facets exist at the base of the snowpack in shallow areas.

Source: Avalanche Canada — Avalanche Canada · View Original Bulletin

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Frequently asked questions

What does avalanche danger level 3 (Considerable) mean?

Dangerous avalanche conditions — a single person can trigger avalanches on many steep slopes; cautious route selection is essential.

How often is the Akamina-Bull-Crowsnest North-Crowsnest South-Elkford East forecast updated?

Avycast refreshes hourly; the bulletin is republished by Avalanche Canada — Avalanche Canada usually once a day during the season.

Who publishes the Akamina-Bull-Crowsnest North-Crowsnest South-Elkford East avalanche forecast?

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