nope. it's not ever "well traveled". the trails out here are mostly clear, a few brushy spots here and there, and some cairns will guide you in tough areas. if you have hiked on narrow (1' wide) trails before, and have a good set of maps (the beartooth publishing Superstitions map is pure...

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Wow, thank you! This is so much detail-- I hoped for it but didn't expect it, and clearly indicative of the knowledge on this site.

Let me play with some maps and chart this loop out. Do you think this area will be well travelled in the run up to Christmas?

Hey everyone, I live in Michigan and have some significant time off for the holidays this year, and I'm planning to fly down to the Southwest and do some backpacking. I've spent time in the Grand Canyon/Zion/Bryce area, as well as the Moab area in Canyonlands and Arches. I'm an experienced backpacke...