wilderness_seeking
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I’m planning a trip to the Sawtooths for my first time the last week of May, first week of June 2019. This will be my first trip to the Sawtooths and I would love to see the most of what the rugged Sawtooths have to offer. Loops are great. The Alice/Toxaway/Imogene loop has really caught my eye but From what I’ve read on previous snow reports, that trail will be hard to pass during that time of the year. I’m not afraid of breaking out the crampons to get over snowyside pass, but how dangerous is that scenario in early June? Is there anyone who has backpacked the Sawtooths during that time of year? Are there trails that you recommend that are accessible that time of year? I want to go early In the season for two reasons: 1. I want to avoid the crowds (I won’t be solo hiking) 2. I want to avoid the atrocious mosquitos at all costs. I have 3-4 days available for backpacking and I’m days away from booking our flight to Boise for that week. Any advice and recommendations are appreciated!! ** we will be calling ranger stations when the time gets closer to check the snowpack and trail conditions