About Rossland

This page shows the current backcountry snow report, avalanche forecast, and weather conditions for Rossland. Check the danger rating, field observations, and Doctor's Orders summary above before heading out.

Begins in tight treeline glades with pillow runs and small gullies on W–NW aspects, quickly transitioning into subalpine benches and rolling alpine ramps. Upper alpine slopes reach 25–35°, with occasional steeper gullies, convexities, and avalanche-prone features along ridges. Terrain includes open bowls, ridgelines, and short traverses, with N–NE aspects retaining colder, more stable snow, while S–SE slopes are sun-affected and variable. Complexity is moderate: treeline laps are straightforward, but alpine zones require careful route selection due to exposure and overhead avalanche paths. Overall, the zone offers a diverse backcountry experience across multiple peaks and subalpine bowls, balancing accessible treeline skiing with moderately committing alpine terrain.

Terrain within this zone includes: Red Mountain Resort, Rossland, Dewdney Trail, Black Jack Cross Country.