For the last couple of years I have been doing 4 mile to Panaroma trail round trip in spring. This year I would like to do it as soon as 4 mile is open. What is the best way to get informed on when the trail opens? Is there a number to call, website to look at? Calling park service did not help me much, they do not have any info on trail conditions.
Is it safe to hike 4 mile in first week of May, even if it is not officially opened. I remember seeing a gate towards the top of the trail, do they lock it for off-season?
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