Definitely more enjoyable now that it's monitored. I still think it should have a manned gate to offset the over use of the area and the lack of respect for the natural environment.
Be aware... It's a zero electric zero cell service zero bathroom zero food stand place. It's a small lake in the mountains... No snack shack, no pavilion, no rental for anything.
If you bring stuff with you take it back with you.
There is no garbage can no dumpster and no bear is going to eat the garbage you leave behind.
This is one of the most overused dirty areas during tourist season.
A gate and a charge for entry would deter a lot of the unnecessary trashing of a remote area. It would be beneficial in helping to maintain it and ensure repairs...that become necessary when out of area people.. spray paint there out of area towns like bridge graffiti on the trees and rocks. Same as the lean to areas around.
There is no quiet time there unless you go early day... Or off season. Sadly.
Our locals appreciate the area immensely and are enjoying the opportunity for the solitude it provides away from the crowds...now.
One of the most disrespected places in our area.
Shameful.