Name: Avalanche Forecasts
Rating: 4.67581 (401 reviews)

User Reviews for Avalanche Forecasts

4.68 out of 5

401 Ratings

9 years ago, Powdaddy

Snowboarder/Snowmobiler

The intent of this app is to educate and to hopefully save lives of those who venture out into our beautiful backcountry here in Utah. I use this app before heading out as step 1 towards safety and my friends do as well.&

5 years ago, Bearheine

Fix the app please!

It’s so hard to maneuver this app. While I do like what they tried to do with the update, there are just too many bugs and layout issues. Why do I have to turn my phone sideways to view the app now? When I try to view event map photos, it doesn’t show you, and when you fiddle with it enough to get the photo to show up it’s incredibly small. Please update the app and debug! Thank you for all you do!

6 years ago, jimmy mack1

Kinda works

Everything works well until you click on a zone and then it gives you options to look at. You try clicking on an option nothing happens. Use online versions all the time but doesn’t work on smartphone

5 years ago, peacefulskier

My mBC APP Map!!

Love having a general idea of how the different areas are loading, releasing etc. The app helps to inform others when putting a tour together. Thanks

3 years ago, secretlettuce

Great app, WA map stopped indicating color

I love this app but something broke in 2021 winter. Map for WA no longer shows forecast colors, but when you tap on sub-region it still gives correct forecast. Web version still works as expected.

4 years ago, samueleller

Was a great app until they removed CBAC forecast

I loved using this app, super user friendly and simple to get the info you needed. Then they updated and removed the Crested Butte area forecast for some reason. Now I basically don’t use it at all because it serves no purpose for me. What a bummer

9 years ago, spencbrins

Amazing!

Great app that gives everything you need for all your ski trips in one app. No need to download multiple apps, this one does it all

9 years ago, Supernovadankski

Great app!

I live in colorado and love using this app more than the CAIC app itself. Would highly recommend downloading this app if avalanches are something you like to follow.

2 years ago, Doberdick Nail

Love this app!!!

Demystifies avalanche conditions, whether you’re going to the back country or just dreaming about it.

9 years ago, Krausee3

Good app

Puts the caic in an easy to access and use format. Definitely worth having and looking at daily in the winter.

4 years ago, OneLoveOneTribe

Not functioning for CO

It’s Nov 2020 and it’s snowing in CO. I use the CAIC mobile app as my go to and decided to try this app out. Unfortunately it’s not functioning for CO yet :(. It also separates the S and N San Juan zones where the CAIC has then together on their app. This is probably why there’s and error “404” showing when you click on these zones. Admin should fix this.

4 years ago, Freddy Fred Pants

Hard to find WA reports

I want to like this app. I look at WA state avy conditions. This app makes it hard to find that information. I can find it, but it’s inconvenient, like it doesn’t like NWAC data or the data’s not formatted correctly. BC zones work, why not WA?? Despondent. Fix my problems. Please. I will love you. I’m using iOS 14.2, latest version of avy forecast as of today.

9 years ago, evenmore

Great app

Nice UI, far easier to navigate than the non-optimized web version. Exactly what I was looking for. Bring on winter!

8 years ago, Reddog2011

Know before you go starts here!!

Use this app! Use this app daily! Stay in the know before you go!!

4 years ago, khiattjr

What happened to this app?

The entire Cascade Range is shown on the map as a grey “No Rating”. When you click on a specific region, it takes you not to that specific region, but to a list of all of the regions, and when you find the one you’re looking for, the avy risk is orange/considerable or red/severe, not grey. This app is dangerous to use for a novice!

9 years ago, walrusmcd

Great app, simple and at your fingertips

Great app, simple and at your fingertips. I live in Seattle and it has great access to nwac data and reports.

9 years ago, Gslcut

Easy/simple

Simple and easy to use. Open it every time I head out

2 years ago, christopherChi76

Multiple issues

Offline cache feature not working for NWAC zones and Mt Hood zone doesn’t populate even when connected to internet. Would love to give this app 5 stars for what they’re trying to accomplish, but the execution is significantly poor for the NWAC regions at least.

5 years ago, thundersnowcrestedbutte

Awesome application

I can look at current and future avy hazards in North America. I used it in BC last year!

4 years ago, Fudgie in Issaquah

No color coding in Washington state

I've used this app for years, and love it. But this year there is no color coding for "at a glance" forecast -- it is all gray. And when I tap on a region, I get all the forecasts for the entire state starting with the Olympics. Canada looks and works, but who is in charge of Washington? You're not doing your job !!!

8 years ago, Guyggg

Great app

All the data you need with an easy interface. I love it!

3 years ago, squintzp

Sick app

Great resource that gives you exactly what you sign up for

8 years ago, Fussy user

Great app

Easy to use and critical information.

9 years ago, Jrhseattle

Great tool for backcountry travel

Gives a general map of conditions as well as in depth descriptions when clicked on.

5 years ago, Woodave

Needs updating

Hasn’t been updated in years so doesn’t support the newer phones. I now use backcountry beta app which has the same avalanche forecasts and more features.

9 years ago, sn0wman5280

A+

Get the forecast in the palm of your hand!

2 years ago, emtwillt

Good App

Please update for iPad Pro screen size ?

5 years ago, DrewMarc

Works as advertised.

See above.

9 years ago, Mtngt89

Great app!

Easy access to a great resource!

9 years ago, Bakuuto

excellent app...

quick access to the daily avy bulletin for CO regions as well as observations for tour planning. great app!

9 years ago, disgruntled123

App crashes at startup

Crashes so fast I can't even give it approval to use my location.

9 years ago, Alpental_Andy

Best app ever

It the best Avalanche forecast app out right now but it has been crashing a lot on when I need it the most

6 years ago, MIxr650R

Thank you

Awesome app. Thank you for making it available for free. You are truly committed to backcountry safety. Keep up the strong work!

9 years ago, Mtnslider

Great app

On the go Avy reporting. How can you go wrong.

9 years ago, foobarboo!

just what you need

scrapped from the avi forecast site perfectly!

4 years ago, Nickolicious

Not Updating This Season

This used to be my go to app but it appears it is no longer pulling in updates from NWAC for the PNW.

7 years ago, rwager42

Great App!

Perfect app for winter hikes in Colorado.

9 years ago, Hajaiakaka

Great!

Love it

7 years ago, An iOS developer

Good

Yes.

11 years ago, Janice Heil

So great

At first I was looking for a CAIC app for Colorado's snow pack but had to pay for that. But this app is so much better. It shows a map of the area your phone is closest to and gives an avi forecast for the range with colored avi ratings. If you click on a range it pulls up the forecast for that region. For Colorado obviously it's CAIC but they gave compiled all the forecasting websites in to the map so when you click on a area that shows up. It's great for stuff you ski every day and also great for traveling to ski stuff you have never seen before.

12 years ago, Crustydirtbag

Great app for folks planning trips!

This is a great app that gives a quick summary of conditions across a large area. Well done! My only minor issue is the hard and fast difference in conditions displayed at national borders. I LOL when i see for example that Danger is Considerable in Southern BC and Moderate 2 miles away in Northern WA? But that's not something you can fix - the regional forecasters need to work that out Again, well done!

12 years ago, Outdoor Instructor

Simple and Informative

This app makes access to important avi information so simple!. Its the next step in avi awareness... consolidating the work of professional forecasters into one interactive map. As an outdoor instructor and backcountry skier, the importance of this app is clear. Simple access to critical information makes everyone more aware. Thanks.

12 years ago, Tele1037

Sweet App

Just downloaded it and give it 5 stars just for the idea. It appears that as long as you view the detailed Avy reports for the zone or zones of interest that they are also cached! I can't wait to test it further. I would pay for this app, nice work Seth!

11 years ago, mirv

Superb!

Wished I would have found this earlier! Getting emails from forecast centers is nice to read while sipping coffee but this is a great tool that allows you to check multiple areas quickly. Nice to have the big picture right at your fingertips.

11 years ago, Themountainbiker

Good, relevant info

This is a great way to keep track of the trending snow patterns. All at your your fingertips, the access allows you to easily check out conditions over the course of the year. I highly recommend this app for anyone heading into the backcountry.

12 years ago, Mickdady

Just what I needed!

This app works perfectly. I have verified the info with nwac to make sure it is keeping up to date and i see no lag! Why is this app free? I would pay .99 for an app that could save my life!

11 years ago, Paxenon

Super simple, super useful. Use it daily.

It's a very simple app but much easier to use than plunking onto the web and waiting. I use it daily before heading out and it takes only seconds to get a quick view

12 years ago, WTLancaster

Great App!!

This app actually gives you the CAIC's website information, and it is very useful. If you are going to be spending any time in the back country, or you are trying to stay caught up on BC conditions, I highly recommend picking this app up.

12 years ago, SandyWe

Required for every back country adventure

If you are heading out into the mountains this app makes it easy to know what the conditions are in the area you are heading.

12 years ago, SOGGY SLOPES

Educator

Well done, an invaluable tool to obtain an instant update on the regional picture of avalanche danger levels. One still needs to make site specific evaluations and reassess continually. avalanche dangers. I will spread the word!

Description

Get real-time updates on avalanche danger levels with Avalanche Forecasts. Our app makes it easy to see current danger levels at-a-glance for every forecast center in North America. Simply select your desired timeframe (Today/Tomorrow/2 Days Out) and view color-coded danger levels on the map. Click on any region to view the detailed avalanche forecast from the source forecasting center. With support for forecasts from over 20 centers, including NWAC (Northwest US), CAIC (Colorado), UAC (Utah), SAC (Central Sierras), ESAC (Eastern Sierras), MSAC (Mount Shasta), BAC (Bridgeport, CA), BTAC (Jackson Hole), GNFAC (Bozeman), WCMAC (Missoula), FAC (Kalispell/Whitefish), SNFAC (Sun Valley), IPAC (Idaho Panhandle), PAC (McCall), MWAC (Mount Washington), KPAC (Flagstaff), TAC (Taos), WAC (NE Oregon), CNFAIC (Chugach), JAC (Juneau), AAC (Anchorage), HAIC (Haines), VAC (Valdez), Cordova, HPAC (Hatcher Pass), Avalanche Canada, Parks Canada, WhistlerBlackcomb, VIAC (Vancouver Island), and Avalanche Quebec (Chic Chocs) forecasting centers, you can stay informed no matter where you are. For feature suggestions, bug reports, or other feedback, please contact us at [email protected].