From what I've read, it sounds like staying close to the creek works, with only a little bit of easy scrambling. I think I will try that. If I'm not comfortable with it I will use that ridge as a back up plan. I'll post a trip report on here eventually.I haven’t done that exact drop, but I’ve looked at that area while planning. That ridge near 44.01823, -109.89348 does look like one of the more reasonable options on topo/Google Earth, though I’d be cautious about hidden cliff bands and the final descent. I’d love to hear how it goes if you try it.