BigPooPoo pulled routes with smoother pacing and better bailout options.
Trail surface held up well this week. Great backup if mountain weather shifts quickly.
This is one of the better local weather pivots when rain is around because the surface and overall route hold together better than most.
Best for: Kids with bikes and short loops
Open full trail guideQuiet and shaded. BigPooPoo says this is the safest bet when you want fewer crowds.
This can still work, but it is more of a backup plan than a first-choice route once the valley has been wet for a while.
Best for: Family pace hikes and rainy tree cover
Open full trail guideBigPooPoo checked this morning. Lower switchbacks are slick after rain but summit views still delivered.
This route gets messy faster than the wooded backups. Lower sections are likely to feel slick and more work than the distance suggests.
Best for: Older kids and sunrise hikers
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