OK maybe a system with a chance for snow coming Tuesday evening and may stay around till Thursday , the last systems brought cold air , winds but little if any rain/snow.
Watch for changing condition ! When to start hints of storm moving in 5 PM Tuesday so thinking about a 10 PM start might not be a great choice.
As above cold air mass hanging around , short daylight hours now so you will be in the dark for hours , trail is dry now but we could get some coverage at the higher elevation . Not enough coverage or packed down where traction devices might help but bring anyway just in case ,these conditions could change during this system and set the basic gear needs from now on. Maybe...
Our plan is close on the 26 Oct same as the campground and start closing up , The last food day will be Sunday 25 Oct.
From the past we know we are entering into the serious hiking season , many will assume it is still a summer hike and may or will have problems , extended periods of cold ice or snow covered trail and lack of basic winter gear for the conditions. Conditions can change quickly , snow can drift and cover the trail. Often hikes take longer since you are moving slower with the added gear. Water sources may be frozen over , (also your water system may freeze).
Watch the web cam for snow coverage.
Heroes hike is coming up Nov 7 great project please join to support the Vets I will add a link to sign up with the WPSMB team Thanks Doug
https://givebutter.com/climb-for-heroes-2026
