Anabel and I hiked back-and-forth across the snow on the north-east flank of Apache Peak (PCT Mile 169.5) early this morning. Conditions are much improved, and it is fairly easy to cross with care and microspikes. I met a few hikers who were making the wise decision (for their comfort level) of using the Spitler Peak Trail alternate to avoid this section. I recorded the following video on site (in a wild wind storm, sorry).
[If you have any trouble viewing this video, it is also available at this link on YouTube.]
All other trail and snow info is in yesterday’s full update.
San Jacinto Trail Report 