IMHO the ideal time to hike this section is just after Labor Day, but not on a weekend. Less people, few bugs and lots of ripe huckleberries. Of course in the huckleberry sections your progress will be slow! Some sidetrips (I recommend Cougar Lakes) and smaller loops are possible in this section if you want to do more than just the PCT.
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May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view--E. Abbey