Appreciation post: After years of trying, getting a spot on the West Coast Trail showed me how important early planning is. | Backpacking Routes - Discusd
Yeah, early planning is a GAME changer. I tried to get a permit for the Enchantments last year and missed out because I was a day late. This time, I set an alarm for 7 AM exactly when bookings opened and got lucky. The system is just so tough now.