The wettest months are April, May and June, and severe lightning storms are common during the drier months of July, August and September. Snow can occur in any month of the year. The wilderness has many loop trails and some trail combinations can result in hikes lasting a week or longer. Over 70 percent of wilderness users access the area via the trailheads off US Hwy. For a more solitary wilderness experience, the Wilderness Watch Chapter strongly suggests that trips be planned using alternate routes.
Registration is mandatory for when entering the wilderness.
Campfires within 300 feet of lakes, streams and designated trails are prohibited and camping within 100 feet of any water is prohibited. No motorized vehicles are allowed in the wilderness area. Regulations are subject to change. Mountain climbers are urged to travel in pairs and use extreme caution at all times. Climbers should be aware of long-range weather forecasts and plan their trips accordingly.