Hi- I'm bumping this thread because I also got permits for the end of May and am trying to decide whether to purchase the trail passes or give them up. I'm a confident hiker but don't have much experience with snow. I would feel comfortable using microspikes but do not want to hike if the conditions require crampons and ice picks. Any update on the current conditions and what that might mean for how things will be looking at the end of May? Any advice and info would be appreciated!
