Hello! I couldn't complete the loop last year due to a storm that rolled in during my trip. I will have another opportunity for a weekend in the mountains in 2.5 weeks (June 5/6). Is there any chance this loop will be doable with microspikes given the current snowpack? Are the streams likely passable? Eager to hear your thoughts. Best, Mattby mrcvelo - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
Thanks again! I'm thinking I'll do the loop clockwise (red -> post) like you mention. If I the snow is very deep looking down from Red and I'm short for time I'll reverse course back to Ottoway, spend the night, and make my way back out the next day.by mrcvelo - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
Thank you! This is great Intel, I really appreciate itby mrcvelo - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
Hello, I hope to do this loop mid May (http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=824847). I know the East side of Red Peak typically holds snow well into the summer, but this has been a unique year. Has anyone been in the Clark Range lately? Do you think microspikes will be sufficient to make my way or should I bring snowshoes? Finally - does this route have any water crossings thatby mrcvelo - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra