[pct-l] Lone Pine - worth a stop?

[CMountainDave@xxxxxxx (CMountainDave@xxxxxxx)]

In a message dated 4/2/03 9:16:22 PM, cmkudija@earthlink.net writes:

<< BUT - and this is a big BUT - the trail down from Trail Crest switchbacks
back and forth across a BIG headwall - and may still be snowcovered when you
get there.  The downroute can be done with an ice axe and mountaineering
skills if the trail's under snow >>

B ut make sure there is enough snow. I summited in late Nov. just after a few
early snows. ( I had the summit to myself!) 18 inches over talus is no fun
when you keep poking through unexpectedly.