Parking lot to Rachel Lake: With 30 lb backpacks, just under 3 hours each way to/from the parking lot to Rachel Lake. On the climb to Rachel Lake, occasional water running in the braided trail. AllTrails or Backcountry Navigator apps are helpful, but not necessary, if you have good trail-finding skills. Be prepared for lots of tree roots and stabby brush.
Rachel Lake to Alta Mountain (2 hrs one-way): Small patches of snow to cross did not present a problem - no micro spikes needed. THE VIEWS! My favorite was being able to see the tiny trace of the PCT on Chickamin Ridge.
Add-on hike to Lila Lakes: Maybe +20 minutes each way descending Alta Mountain. Small patches of snow to cross did not present a problem -- no micro spikes needed. No ice remaining.
Rachel Lake to Rampart Lakes (40 minutes one-way) and Rampart Ridge (total of 1 hr 20 mins from Rachel Lake): Short bits of snow covering the trail. Lakes and most campsites are free of snow. Trail in gulley to Rampart Ridge is 80% snow-free. Easy to cover with poles and trail shoes.
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