Thank you for all of your posts and pictures. We are heading up on Friday morning around 2:30am. The route looks to be 50/50 on the switchbacks vs the chute. 6 years ago we went up the chute in June in microspikes and it was long, steep, and <expletive> grueling but the glissading was smooth, safe, and fun. That was a 2-day trip, with a lot of snow, but this time we are doing it in 1 day.
I am seeing a lot of comments about the dangers of the chute. What is the preferred option: Chute or Switchbacks? The switchbacks were completely snow covered last time.
Is the chute more dangerous later in the day with the melt?
Also, does anyone know how difficult it is to find open spots at Whitney Portal Campground? I couldn't book a site for Wed night as it is full, but walk-ins are available.
