Check current conditions before heading into the backcountry. Always read the full forecast, understand the danger rating, and carry rescue gear.
Live forecasts, interactive maps, and educational resources from the Northwest Avalanche Center.
The official forecast from the Northwest Avalanche Center. Updated daily during the winter season with zone-specific danger ratings, avalanche problems, weather discussion, and travel advice for the entire Pacific Northwest.
View forecast on NWACAn interactive map showing current avalanche danger ratings across all forecast zones nationwide. Color-coded zones let you quickly see conditions at a glance — zoom into Mt. Hood or explore neighboring regions in Oregon, Washington, and beyond.
Open backcountrymap.comNew to the backcountry or looking for a refresher? NWAC's education hub covers how to read a forecast, understand avalanche problems, use rescue equipment, plan safe trips, and find local courses and workshops in the Pacific Northwest.
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Always check the forecast before heading into the backcountry. Carry rescue gear (beacon, shovel, probe), travel with partners, and make conservative terrain choices when the danger is elevated.
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