Prime time for this hike, although pretty hot on the way down. Berries are ripe down below, no snow to deal with, and no bugs.
Road:
Good shape and only a few miles. There's one gouge close to the TH that may be too much for a sedan, but there were many of them parked at the TH.
Trail:
For such a popular route, this trail is very rough with very little easy cruising. No blowdowns (since most of the trail is not in the woods), but lots of big rough rocks to deal with.
Headlee Pass:
The lower 1/3 is the worst, with slumping and loose rocks to contend with. Up higher it's in really good shape with nicely defined switchbacks that are well benched into the slope.
Granite scramble:
A lot of fun; just don't be in a hurry. Watch for cairns for general guidance and find your own slopes and cracks to make your way up. There are beautiful little flower patches grouped around water seeps that you might happen across.
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