[pct-l] Snow Impasses ?

[Diane Soini of Santa Barbara Hikes]

On May 4, 2012, at 10:00 AM, pct-l-request at backcountry.net wrote:

> can I resupply at tuolumne meadows, muir trail ranch, echo lake,  
> and lone pine year
> round? Or are these locations seasonal?
I believe only Lone Pine is not seasonal. It is a real town.

>
>  how long does the
> Sierra's water system stay swollen?
>
I have hiked in August and every creek crossing listed as scary or  
deadly was shin deep at most.

> Three, is it unheard of for someone to navigate snowy conditions  
> using solely half mile's maps
> without Any other forms of assistance?

Half mile's maps fit 8x11 paper. There isn't a lot of extra stuff  
outside the trail itself. You might have better luck with a real map  
through there that includes a wider view. Don't forget your compass.