All-Year Cycle
Choose the ideal month for the perfect experience
Match activities to safer, lower-impact windows: avalanche checks in the cold season, blossoms in spring, cool mornings in the warm season, and quieter ridgelines in the leaf-fall period.
Updated: August 2023
Cold Season
Stay on designated snow trails and preview avalanche conditions ahead. Keep pets leashed and steer clear of tranquil areas.
Check safety bulletin
Springtime
Late spring brings blossoms to many valleys: steer clear of muddy edges to limit trail widening, and hike at sunrise for birdlife.
Warm Season
Begin early for glacier views, swim only in designated areas, and consider microspikes for early-season snowfields.
Leaf-Fall Season
Golden woods and cooler mornings yield calmer hikes. Opt for quieter huts and stick to durable trails.