Banff-East Side 93N-Field-Kootenay-Lake Louise-Little Yoho — Avalanche Forecast

Avalanche danger in Banff-East Side 93N-Field-Kootenay-Lake Louise-Little Yoho (Canada) is 1 — Low, valid for Tuesday, November 17, 2026. Published by Avalanche Canada — Parks Canada.

Valid for
Published:
Maximum Danger
1 · LOW
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Watch for deeper snow accumulation and slab formation in isolated alpine gully features. Climbers should watch for small wind slabs that can have serious consequences.

Danger by Elevation

Alpine1Low
Treeline1Low
Below treeline1Low

Active Avalanche Problems

Wind Slab
Wind Slab
Alpine
Size2/5
FrequencyUnlikely
StabilityGood

Reports are limited, but there have been no recent avalanche observations; only minor sluffing/cracking in steep alpine terrain. The main snowpack concern is small, isolated wind slabs in alpine gullies.

A surface crust to ridgetop. Previous snowfall of 5–15 cm, combined with strong SW–SE winds, has formed wind slabs in the alpine. This snow and wind slabs overlie 20–30 cm of faceted snow at higher elevations. Reports indicate snow depths of up to 80 cm on glaciers, while snow cover remains minimal at treeline and below. Overall, the early-season snowpack is thin and variable.

Source: Avalanche Canada — Parks Canada · View Original Bulletin

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Frequently asked questions

What does avalanche danger level 1 (Low) mean?

Generally favourable conditions — avalanches are possible mainly with high additional load on very steep terrain.

How often is the Banff-East Side 93N-Field-Kootenay-Lake Louise-Little Yoho forecast updated?

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

Who publishes the Banff-East Side 93N-Field-Kootenay-Lake Louise-Little Yoho avalanche forecast?

Avalanche Canada — Parks Canada — the official warning service. Avycast aggregates and translates it; always check the original bulletin.

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