When did "low snow year" become "NO snow year"???
I may post a rant about this tomorrow... :eek:
As for Kaweah Gap, I'd actually be more concerned about the descent to Hamilton Lake on the west side of KG. While south and west facing, it's one HELL of a drop.
And, just to be clear, you seem to be talking about the High Sierra Trail, not the JMT, correct?