The trail is in great shape (only one downed tree we had to hop over) and is bare until about 1/2 mile from the top, where it becomes highly recommended to wear microspikes due to the icy/slippery slope. There is only about 2-3 inches of snow at the summit, so snowshoes were unnecessary today.  There were not many views to be had through the fog and clouds, but the Gray Jays were out in force and kept us company while we had lunch at the east viewpoint. If you’ve ever wanted to pet some wild Birds, this is the place to do it. They are brave enough to come and land on your sandwich that you’re holding in your hand, but they aren’t quite smart enough to dodge snowballs (softly thrown, of course).  Be sure to check out the Chimacum Cafe for a post hike slice of Pie (many varieties) if you’re headed back in the direction of the Hood Canal Bridge.

Arrived at trailhead at 9:30 am. We were the first ones there. It had snowed about 4-6 inches overnight. We strapped on our snowshoes and started up the road. Fresh powder the whole way up! Our poles poked through to the concrete but our snow shoes were fine. We hiked up for two hours stopping periodically for short breaks. Reached one viewpoint that was stunning but slightly foggy. We decided to turn around after two hours thinking we probably had about half a mile or so to go before we would've reached the viewpoint. Took us one hour to get back down. As we were leaving we saw one other person starting his journey up in xc skies. 

There is a gate blocking the intersection between Olympic Highway and NF-2730, so people just park outside of the gate. Saw around 15 cars by noon.

Trail in excellent condition with no snow and a single small downed tree. Saw at least 6 chubby gray jays near the south viewpoint.

Trail in super good condition. Sadly no snow on the day we made it up. Hike is straight up, with a couple level breaks for two miles. Good views. Two downed trees, one easily passable at the beginning and one not so easy near the end. 
Only a handful of groups starting a little after 9, one large group was a little rowdy, but otherwise it was a good hike!

Went for a day hike here. it was my first serious uphill slog after ankle surgery. The trail is in great condition, only two small trees down, one at higher elevation is quite manageable. There was snow about 2.5 km in and easily manageable, the last 2-3 switchbacks are solid with snow. I'm glad I brought trekking poles. The summit was breathing withe the snow covered peaks, I walked over to the south view point, the snow is thick on the road, again, very manageable. I saw about 8 people on the trail, almost all wore mask.