The way I see it, if someone wants to lug their double burner stove, leave their tent unstaked (Eagle Creek is a very deep gorge, with rarely any wind BTW), and leave their clothes strung out, why not?

Plus that trail you were on, about 2.5 miles up is a very popular swimming hole and seeing people lugging coolers up, in flip flops, and even bikinis.

I really hate to think that you have this view of everyone you meet, not just people on the trail that you come across, but you really came across quite negative. If you were closer, I'd give you a hug. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />