I did the same trip mid augest. 2017. ?Crossing and snow was mostly gone by then. ? I would have been VERY uncomfortable earlier. ?Whenever you go fitness is most important!
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On Jan 13, 2022, at 11:01, Dan Goldfield via groups.io <datadan_1@...> wrote:
?Hi Sam,
I hiked NOBO from Horseshoe meadows in the record snow year of 2017.? ?End June - Mid July.
Some advice:? ?1) Get fit.? ?2) There was a ton of bugs.? They really kept me moving and prevented me from stopping more. 3) Prepare for snow.? ?The muir pass had ~6-8 miles of snow.? All major passes required ascents and traverses through snow trails made by early PCT hikers (who were much more adventurous and bold.? ?I took cramp ons and a snow axe and was very lucky I took both 4) River crossing were no joke.? ?South Fork Kings was the hardest, evolution upstream crossing was slow moving but up to my neck, bear creek was fast, but shallow and there was a tree down which made it easier.? There were several others (if you want them dm me and I'll check my notes), that were tricky but doable.? Many campsites were taken, were flooded, or were closed.....so don't plan on that particular site you always wanted....you'll get what you get and may have to walk a few extra miles to find one.? ? ?5) I overestimated my ability and underestimated the trail, don't make this mistake.? Be honest with yourself about safety and what you can do.? ?Dumb luck and fitness was the only reason I survived.? (I had a bad knee, and went slow, but I have strong endurance).? ?
Good luck!
