Warning: Saw a group destroy a hillside by cutting the switchback on Pine Ridge Trail
I was hiking Pine Ridge Trail last Saturday and saw a group just walk straight up the hill instead of using the switchback. The soil was loose and it started to wash away right in front of me. This isn't just about one bad hike, it's about everyone who thinks they save time by going off path. I've seen trails turn into mud pits because of this, and it makes me angry. We build these trails to protect the land, but some people don't care. If you see someone doing it, say something. It's our job to keep these places nice for the next people. I'm tired of watching beautiful spots get messed up because of laziness.