"New England and the Northeast in general isn't typically associated with epic powder turns in wide open bowls, but Mount Washington's Tuckerman Ravine on the right day and with the right conditions can occasionally provide exactly that."
"The New Hampshire mountain is prone to avalanches, so skiing or snowboarding the ravine should be done only with the proper education and the proper avalanche gear including a beacon, shovel and probe."
"The avalanche danger on the mountain is currently at moderate, with wet snow avalanches being the most likely as rain and meltwater stress the recent snow. Make sure you always check the forecast before heading out into the backcountry."
Mount Washington's Tuckerman Ravine in New Hampshire can provide excellent powder skiing and snowboarding opportunities despite the Northeast not being typically known for such terrain. The ravine is prone to avalanches, making proper preparation essential before skiing or snowboarding there. Skier Kevin Sweeney demonstrated exceptional powder turns in the legendary ravine. Avalanche danger on Mount Washington is currently moderate, with wet snow avalanches being the most likely threat due to rain and meltwater stressing recent snow. Proper avalanche safety gear including a beacon, shovel, and probe is mandatory, and checking forecasts before backcountry skiing is critical.
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