Lots of good advice already posted in regards to snow cover on the normal trail route. Several spots on the switchbacks to Trail Crest accumulate hard water ice in October-November and could be very tricky in early December. Watch the reports from those climbing the peak in the next few weeks; it will be a serious undertaking. Mid-late winter the "chute" to the right of the switchbacks can go if you are competent on steep snow and mindful of avalanche conditions.
