Alpine, Wyoming Snow Report Rockin' M Ranch

[rockinmranch]

My nephew went for a short ride yesterday on the Idaho side. Plenty of snow, but the base dropped out of it, due to the warm weather and rain. It appears that it isn't gonna be powder until 7500-8000 feet. The best bet until we get another cooler storm, is going to be places that you can gain elevation quickly like, Squaw creek (4 miles up the Greys), Willow Creek out of Bedford, or the Smith Fork (south of Afton). The BTNF avalanche forecast has dropped from high to considerable. Below is todays forecast.

THE BOTTOM LINE​

Dangerous avalanche conditions exist as recent snow and strong wind has formed dense slabs 2-3 feet deep. Signs of instability may not be present before triggering a large avalanche that is capable of traveling far cross-slope or above you. Continued warming temperatures will further destabilize the snow. Seek less consequential terrain and avoid runout zones while the snowpack adjusts to the rapid loading and warming over the last four days.

A cooler storm is predicted between now and Saturday.

 

[rockinmranch]

February 7, 2025
I measured 4-5” of wet snow here at the Rockin’ M cabins this morning. Forecast is for a bit more snow today, followed by cooler temps.

 

[Nicbok]

Hoping for some intel on the trails out of Alpine along Gray’s River. We are going to ride next Monday out of Alpine. Plan is to stay on groomed trails. We have avy gear. How touchy is the Higgins slide paths? https://jhavalanche.org/statetrailmaps/southwest.php
Reading the description has me respecting it more than thinking we are on a groomed trail. Any thoughts or experience in the area? Avalanche danger in the area has been low at the lower elevations in the area but expect that could jump with new snow loads.

 

[rockinmranch]

February 14, 2025 Alpine, WY Snow Report Rockin' M Ranch
I just measured 12" of fresh snow in my driveway here at the Rockin' M Ranch overnight. It is still snowing with another storm predicted for Saturday. This is nice dry snow. This new week should be incredible riding at all elevations. Be safe!!

 

[rockinmranch]

February 16, 2025 Alpine, WY Snow Report Rockin' M Ranch
About 4" yesterday and another 4"overnight here at the Rockin' M Ranch cabins and still coming. We are pushing close to 2 feet in the Valley in the last 3 days and under a storm warning until Tuesday afternoon. It's gonna be HANDLEBAR snow up high. Temperatures are supposed to stay cold on the backside of the storm. These next two weeks are gonna be awesome riding. We still have cabins available. Great riding from the Rockin' M!! 307-654-2288 rockinmranchwyoming.com.
Willow Creek Snotel 91"
Spring Creek Divide 82"
Blind Bull 76"
Copied below from BTNF:

THE BOTTOM LINE​

The avalanche danger will begin at MODERATE and quickly rise to CONSIDERABLE as new snow and wind form fresh slabs 1-3 feet deep that will be easily triggered by riders in steep, wind loaded terrain above 7,500’. Larger avalanches failing on weak layers buried 2-4 feet deep are also possible in very steep terrain. Cautious route finding around avalanche terrain and conservative decision making will be critical in order to avoid avalanche involvement today.

A winter storm warning is in effect until 5am on Tuesday

New snow and moderate winds out of the west will form fresh soft slabs 1 to 3 feet deep in exposed mid and upper elevation terrain. These slabs will be most sensitive to triggering while they are forming and could easily release under the weight of a rider today. Be on the lookout for signs of wind loading including blowing snow and fresh drifts of denser snow. Cracking, collapsing, and recent avalanches are signs that the new snow is unstable. Consider moving to low angle terrain if you observe these signs. While avalanches are most likely on wind affected slopes, don’t rule out very steep sheltered terrain if snow totals today hit the upper end of the forecasted amounts (12-14”).

 

[ryanjeri]

Just got back from riding out of star valley, alpine and the area have been getting some fantastic snow. We should have extended our stay. The rental we stayed at had every bit of a foot in town.
Great riding to be had in that area.