You end up with a lot of snirt on the high ground and rocks become exposed, A lot of younger guys ride off trail so its all good in the deep woods in March where there is still a mega pack but that shipped sailed for this old man 30 years ago.
Yeah, Some of the issues that happen here is that a lot of clubs by that time stop grooming, High ground also takes a beating with the higher sun angle and the snow on road crossings are starting to recede, But you can wear a lot less layers.