What amazing views on a bluebird day! Definitely need waterproof boots to keep dry as there are lots of streams, and there's snow on the trail about half way up, but there's a very clear boot trail and was easy to navigate. Would recommend microspikes and poles to make traction easier on the way down. 10/10 would recommend

Didn't know what to expect but was blessed with election day off and the forecast looked good, so I headed for a final MLH adventure with a backpack full of winter gear including spikes and snowshoes. As it turned out, I needed neither (although some might prefer spikes for a few small slippery sections coming down). 

The wooded switchbacks were snow-free, the trail then became a small stream for a bit and I'd say the last mile or so was snowy but pretty well-traveled. I did it in boots and gaiters no problems. The sun beamed down on a glorious day and all the peaks, including Glacier and Baker, showed off as well as a summit snowman someone had constructed :) I saw four other friendly folks on the trail. 

Rain has returned tonight, so no idea what this trail will look like in a day or two, but it felt good to take advantage of the good weather window. FYI bathroom on Dickerman side of parking lot is closed but the one on the Perry Creek side was still open. 

What a great trail in the winter.  There was a party of 10-15 people along with other parties of 2-3.  The snow started after the meadow and turned the trail into a stream.  The trial is well trodden well marked for now with a solid boot path.  All in all a great hike for the time being.

Haven’t seen this trail being this wet before, very cool to see those dry “creeks” in the summer to come alive. At the start of the trail and a big portion of the meadow area around 3miles in were “flooded” but I was able to stay dry with waterproof boots and careful footing. Without waterproof shoes you’ll get wet no matter what.

First encountered snow at around 4000ft, intermittent until the “flooded” meadow area. The last couple of miles had consistent snow but it was mostly shallow and not hard to cross. Did not need spikes going up but they definitely helped going down. Brought snowshoes but they are absolutely not needed.

Peekaboo views of mountains nearby and it’s cool to see mountain loop become a winter wonderland!

We really enjoyed our hike but snow and rain have built up.
Started around 10am in rain and intermittent clouds. About 2 miles in we encountered our first patches of snow. We put on micro spikes and continued on. However, the snowfall and rain in the past 24 to 48 hours cause pretty heavy streams to be flooding down the trail. Definitely need waterproof shoes and would recommend micro spikes or snow gear. About a mile from the top the snow got heavier about 6 inches to a foot and poles and spikes would be required. The boot pack had some punches to down to about 3 feet.

slushy and slick on the way down. Not sure how much longer the trail will be open but come prepared with a couple pairs of dry socks, extra layers and torches now that daylight savings is causing it to get pretty dark by 4pm!