I was there April 15. I had started at South FS 500 and made the 8 miles in a little 2 1/2 hrs. I had a great night in the shelter. I didn't get hang out though.
As a weekend warrior, I basically get to camp, set up, try to go to sleep. In the morning, I get up as early as I can (never before sunlight) and start hiking to do the miles I need to do.
Has anyone hiked north of FS 500 to JAckson Chapel recently. Intel would be very helpful.