Incredible trail! As intermediate hikers, this strenuous hike was a good challenge for us. We actually pulled an all-nighter driving from San Diego to get to the trailhead at 6am. The night before we had been informed that due to high temperatures there had been a flood warning issued for the area, advising hikers to avoid creeks/streams/rivers. Also as we neared the Sierras we noticed the mountains looked especially hazey. Apparently a military drone had crashed near Lone Pine and had started a large fire. So even with no sleep, floods and fire we still conquered our longest day hike to date. Definitely recommend this trail!