Esmeralda Basin (Esmerelda), Lake Ingalls — Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025

Road is muddy, potholes, but mostly fine. Snow free to the parking lot. We were the only vehicle. Snow starts at the junction. We went towards Esmeralda and it was fine. From looking at the hills, if you have any skill.l and some microspikes going up to Ingalls Pass is more than possible. Of course, more snow will fall but it's still early if you want to sneak it in