This is so cool

Here's my opinion on this checkpoint. The other Saturday I headed to Leavenworth for the Xmas lights. We drove the whole way with minimal traffic.

We got to within 3 miles of town and boom, traffic jam. We waited 3.5 hours until we got to the source of the traffic jam, it was a 4 way stop sign.

Putting an individual at a checkpoint looking for traction devices would have a similar effect. I don't see any good solutions evident.

I've only been there when it was not allowed for people to go down there. I'd really love to snag some photos like this, but not enough to disrespect the trail markers.

It can't stay closed forever though.... can it?

Yeah but it's a dry heat /s