Kite Lake road is clear to TH with a full lot for a Sunday climb. Started on Democrat's east face trail, snaking through some small snow fields, and run off. No snowshoes, crampons, or snow climbing gear required. I went up in my Salomon trail runners with no issues all day. Tread carefully, as the snow does cover these streams; don't want to post hole into some frigid water... The main switchbacks up the east face of Democrat are mostly snow covered. There is one long traverse across a section, but it is very well trodden. As you continue to climb up the east slope, stay LEFT of the large snow field. This section is a slight scramble, but a path is clear to the false summit. Descending to Cameron, Lincoln, (and Bross) all was very smooth compared to Democrat. No snow on any of these summits. Have a great hike, and take a fun slide down the lower snow fields to make the way down a bit more enjoyable -drew
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