Seasons
What each season does to the trail, and to you.
Four trails, four rules
The same mountain is a different place in every season. Here's what changes underfoot.
By season
spring mud, snowmelt, high water summer heat, bugs, afternoon storms autumn dry creeks, early dark, loose rock winter ice, short days, the whole rhythm changes
Respect the shoulder
Spring and autumn are the most beautiful and the most dangerous. Pack for the season you'll actually hit.