If you want to avoid crowds opening day and are looking for a meal. Do one of two things. Get there early and hike back somewhere, or just plain hike. Some people like to wander opening day, but a bulk of people won’t want to hoof it too far from their vehicles, especially if it’s crappy out – which looks like a given right now.
If you run into lots of anglers who are leap frogging you, hold your ground and stay put. It doesn’t pay to turn an outing into a track meet .
Best of luck to all.
D.A.