This was the scariest part of the hike - a 60' + vertical muddy section where you had to pull and climb yourself up the wall. The unknown hikers who installed the ropes on the trail placed a plastic covered metal cable at this section because you have to rely so heavily on the rope for a long vertical section. Needless to say on a wet day like this one, your hands had a hard time keeping grip on the slick plastic. [thanks Craig for taking this picture of me].