Lytle Creek tends to melt snow pretty quickly. I don't know where you went but it may be a different spot that you were at. Let me know when you go next time and I'll show you around.
You guys are more than welcome to run with our group. Check out Borderline Explorer on YouTube.
I also just got back from camping and running trails yesterday and today in Big Bear. Making first tracks is always fun.
That was Kavanaugh Ridge up past Bishop. Lots of interesting places to visit. We also wheeled around in the snow around the Ancient Bristle Pine Forest.
We can also do a local get together first at Lytle Creek. I just came up here right now to make sure it's open. I'm at the top of the trail. Any interest? Maybe this weekend?
This is a video we just put up regarding the Mojave River Crossing.
Mid video you'll see me playing in the Gladiator and the place where I took the picture.