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shatterly t1_j6jm13d wrote

I totally understand your desire to get to where you were wanting to go. I will say, though, that this remote area is not a great place to push your boundaries in bad conditions -- especially alone, and I say this as someone who loves solo hiking.

I was once on the Peekaboo trail in late winter and watched two strangers nearly slide off a 100+-foot drop trying to cross an icy patch. It would've taken me at least a few hours to hike out to a ranger or cell service to call for help for them, and they would've been lucky that another person was around to do that. You very easily could've ended up truly lost or injured, in need of rescue -- then SAR folks would have to go out in bad conditions to try to assist you.

Also, as someone who spends a lot of time hiking in southeastern Utah, I'm noticing a huge increase in trails across the rocks that are getting scarred by people wearing spikes or using other gear. Please try to make sure you're not leaving lasting tracks as you're out exploring.

Your photo is stunning. I'm glad you love this incredible area of Utah. Please be safe out there and mindful of the impact your exploration could have on others.

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