Your backcountry ski tour planning companion for the Pacific Northwest
This app helps you find the right ski tour for today's conditions. It combines real-time avalanche forecasts, current weather, and snow data with your personal fitness and skill level to recommend tours that match both the conditions and your abilities.
Across 10 NWAC zones from Mt. Baker to Mt. Hood
Real-time avalanche, weather, and snow conditions
Tours ranked by fit for you and today's conditions
Track your tours using AIARE debrief framework
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Select your zone from the dropdown above to see today's tour recommendations
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Choose the NWAC avalanche zone where you want to tour. The app covers all 10 zones from Mt. Baker to Mt. Hood. This determines which tours and forecasts you'll see.
Check the Avalanche Forecast (from NWAC), Weather (from NWS), and Snow Report (from Synoptic weather stations). These update automatically for your selected zone and date.
Use the Energy Level and Skill Level sliders to tell the app about yourself today. This helps match you with appropriate tours - higher fitness = longer tours, higher skill = more technical terrain.
Tours are sorted by how well they match you and today's conditions. Each card shows:
Click 🗺️ View Map to search CalTopo for route information, or Directions 🗺️ for Google Maps driving directions to the trailhead. Use the date picker to plan up to 7 days ahead.
After your tour, click 📝 Log Tour to record conditions using the AIARE debrief framework. Track avalanche danger, snow conditions, signs of instability, and lessons learned. Sign in to sync your tour logs across devices.
⚠️ Important Safety Note
This app is a planning aid, not a substitute for avalanche education, proper equipment, and sound decision-making. Always check the official NWAC forecast, carry rescue gear, and travel with experienced partners.
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💡 Tours sorted by best match for your fitness. Loading...
Data Sources:
NWAC •
Avalanche.org •
NWS •
Synoptic Data •
CalTopo
1 = Beginner, 3 = Intermediate, 5 = Expert
Based on AIARE Field Guide debrief framework
Check any that were observed - leave unchecked if no signs of instability
Have feedback, found a bug, or want to suggest a feature? We'd love to hear from you!