Intermittent snow starting at 3’o Clock Rock, with roots, muds, slick rocks between this and ~2,900 ft when snow became more permanent and at which time I put micro spikes on. Brought but did not need snowshoes.
As an fyi, there is one avalanche chute that currently has deep, gaping holes with boulders poking out and water running under the snow. As of today it was easy to get through but if it warms up OR snows a bit to cover the holes it could be quite treacherous, besides any new avalanche dangers.

Trail was very mid. Not well maintained and the snow conditions were sub par.

Road was good. I have a low clearance car, totally fine.
Went on a weekday, dog and I were the only ones, it turned out to be such a beautiful day, the trail was good, but it would be so great if the wonderful WTA volunteers spent some time out there.
Make sure you’re wearing your grippy boots. Lots of big slick rocks to cross.
Snow sightings started at 3,370 elv.
The really fun snow, according to dog, started at 3,590 elv.

Also where there is stream/river crossings over those now, iced over slick rocks. Just be careful.

Bring hiking pills if you have them, I forgot mine in the car. It is STEEP in places.

Have fun!

Hiked the Eight-Mile Creek Trail to Squire Creek Pass, and back.

Road Conditions. 5.5 mile of unpaved road with a few potholes and rough surface; a dip between mile 1 and 2 might require some care with lower-clearance cars. The last half mile is "pray that no one is driving in the opposite direction". Didn't see any facilities at the trailhead that would warrant displaying a permit.

Trail Conditions. The trail started out a bit rocky, but with a reasonable grade, and then was quite nice up to Three O-Clock Rock. Beyond that, the trail was rough (steep and lots of roots), but easy to follow, and mostly clear of obstacles (just a few blowdowns and muddy patches). Plenty of running water. 

Highlights. Interesting geology, and great views at the pass. Blueberries were liquified, but lots of mushrooms. Old-growth forest, including one of the largest redcedars I've seen anywhere.

Crowds. Encountered one other party on the trail.

#HiketheState

This is not a long hike, but it has some significant challenges. The first third is a steady uphill. The second third is a steep uphill with lots of roots and a bunch of other doable challenges like downed trees, and deep mud.  It flattens out a bit after that until you reach a beautiful flat granite slab, with spectacular viewswhich is a lovely place to have lunch. We found the middle third pretty challenging, going downhill as well.

There is a previous post about a car eating pothole near the end. No kidding! The hole is about 3 feet deep and conveniently marked with a large branch with a yellow flag on. It is on the left side of the road as you approach. That is an obstacle that you want to stay away from. Photo attached.