Snowboarder Killed by Avalanche on Mines Peak Near Berthoud Pass, CO A backcountry snowboarder died Saturday in a large avalanche on Mines Peak, east of Coloradoโs Berthoud Pass. The incident occurred in โThe Fingers,โ a series of steep, northwest-facing avalanche paths accessible from the summit parking area. Related: Mammoth Mountain, CA, Ski Patroller Dies Following Valentineโs Day Avalanche The Grand County Sheriffโs Office received reports of the skier-triggered avalanche around 4:45 [โฆ] Avalanche AvyBrains | February 23, 2025 1 Comment