I highly recommend continuing up past the saddle (the area that leads out to an overlook of Leavenworth) for at least another mile or two. Great views of the Enchantment peaks, and then if you go further, Mt Stuart and Cashmere; wish I'd brought my camera along. There is very little snow until you get about 2 miles beyond the saddle. A few blowdowns along the way but very easy to get past. After about 2 or 3 miles beyond the saddle, the trail is completely snow covered. And at the moment, the snow condition beyond is pretty decent, not frozen solid and not much postholing. Easy open terrain up on top of the ridge and not too brushy, more tundra-like. The trail itself looks in good shape where it's not covered in snow. I didn't see anyone past the saddle, but quite a few people below.

GORGEOUS!! lots of balsamroot, lupine and even Indian paintbrush starting...very colorful out there today. Lots of people with young kids and dogs too, a great hike for everyone!

Pretty kick ass little wildflower hike. Saw tons of flowers, Lupine, Balsamroot and lots of others. It was hot when we went. Saw lots of birds too! I wana do Fourth of July down icicle ridge one way. Just need two cars.

Consider starting a little early, specially if you are going from Seattle. We ended up spending almost 2 hours in getting to the top (it gets a lot easier while coming down!). The scorching sun contributed a lot to it, since we started our hike at around 12. There are a couple of points which give you a brilliant view of Leavenworth and surrounding mountains, don't miss them.

Icicle ridge last minute decision to hike this one...... Pretty easy, but kick ass! So many wildflowers. Saw over 10 species of wildflowers and a bunch of awesome birds including mountain blue birds.... Not to mention great views. We went a little further up hill but Wish we had more time to go further up but saw enough for today. Recommend for anyone in Leavenworth that wants close good hike. So damn hot today 85 in May...? Whaaaaat? But the beers taste so much better after a 7.3 mile hike.