Bridgeport Avalanche Center

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Bridgeport Avalanche Center The Bridgeport Avalanche Center's mission is to inform and educate the public about avalanche conditions in the Bridgeport Winter Recreation Area.

The Bridgeport Ranger District on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest houses and runs the avalanche forecasting and education operations of the Bridgeport Avalanche Center (BAC). It houses one full-time, seasonal Avalanche Specialist and provides infrastructure including office space, computers, internet access, phones, vehicles, fuel, safety equipment, and supervision. The Avalanche Specialist gathers avalanche, snowpack, and weather observations then uses this data to create and issue a weekly Snowpack Summary and publish snowpack/avalanche observations. BAC's Snowpack Summaries are specific to the Bridgeport Winter Recreation Area (BWRA, or "BOO-rah"); BAC's Snowpack Summaries do NOT pertain to backcountry areas outside the BWRA. The USFS Bridgeport Avalanche Center program receives funding through the California State Parks OHV Grant Program, the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest / Bridgeport Ranger District, and the USFS National Avalanche Center.

We're psyched for this! Come say hi - we'll be there tonight
10/23/2026

We're psyched for this! Come say hi - we'll be there tonight

Snow season will be here soon and the time to save on your next sled is now!

Join us next Friday, October 23rd, for our Snow Show open house from 4-6pm. The lineup of Polaris snowmobiles will be on display, and some have massive discounts. Plus raffle prizes, a taco truck, and more!

Make sure to stop by 3445 Kietzke Lane or call 775.355.8810 with any questions!

Today is the Bridgeport Avalanche Center's last forecast for the season. In a classic twist from Mother Nature, it’s als...
04/12/2026

Today is the Bridgeport Avalanche Center's last forecast for the season. In a classic twist from Mother Nature, it’s also a day to wake up from our lengthy spring diurnal nap. Read today's avalanche forecast here: https://bridgeportavalanchecenter.org/avalanche-forecast/ #/all

After a very long period of spring diurnal conditions, it’s time to wake up and use our winter brains again. Making plan...
04/11/2026

After a very long period of spring diurnal conditions, it’s time to wake up and use our winter brains again. Making plans today is going to be tricky. With more snow in the forecast, tomorrow isn’t going to get any easier. Tomorrow will also be our last avalanche forecast for the season. https://bridgeportavalanchecenter.org/avalanche-forecast/ #/all

The leading edge of the storm arrived early this afternoon, with strong winds and a mix of rain and snow. Avalanche cond...
04/10/2026

The leading edge of the storm arrived early this afternoon, with strong winds and a mix of rain and snow. Avalanche conditions are going to deteriorate this weekend, which is our last weekend of forecasts for the season.

A winter storm is heading our way this weekend, avalanche danger is on the rise. Get the latest at bridgeportavalanchece...
04/10/2026

A winter storm is heading our way this weekend, avalanche danger is on the rise. Get the latest at bridgeportavalanchecenter.org

Don’t let complacency lull you into an avalanche accident today. After several weeks of spring diurnal conditions, it wo...
04/04/2026

Don’t let complacency lull you into an avalanche accident today. After several weeks of spring diurnal conditions, it would be easy to stop packing your thinking cap. End your season strong and healthy by remaining vigilant during dynamic spring conditions. https://bridgeportavalanchecenter.org/avalanche-forecast/ #/bridgeport-avalanche-center/

Elevation is the name of the game.. go too low and you get breakable crust.. go even lower and hit dirt.
04/04/2026

Elevation is the name of the game.. go too low and you get breakable crust.. go even lower and hit dirt.

4.3.26 Forecast- Wind Blown snow and the warm April sun are creating a couple avalanche problems to navigate today. Win...
04/03/2026

4.3.26 Forecast- Wind Blown snow and the warm April sun are creating a couple avalanche problems to navigate today. Wind slabs and Wet loose concerns should be taken into account when selecting a route in the backcountry.

Read the full forecast at: https://bridgeportavalanchecenter.org
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