I expected some snow, since this year was so heavy. But there was too much snow to make it much rather than 4-5 miles up the already rough road. We camped a little down, and was still a gorgeous spot. If you want to make it higher you need a higher clearance, at least than my subaru with no lift. The hike to the ridge was mostly in a foot of snow or more, it is packed down so my feet didn’t get too wet. Just very slippery. Also, make sure to bring bug spray!! They were no joke