Barracks Hike (Zion NP)--Advice Needed

A couple friends and I are considering a number of backcountry hikes in Zion National Park, likely for a trip in early November. One that intrigues is is "The Barracks," which is apparently the common name for a hike along the east fork of the Virgin River into Purunuweap Canyon, terminating just inside of Zion NP. At least one guidebook and numerous websites describe this hike . . . one description states that the exit route near Checkerboard Mesa is exposed and dangerous, while most others describe the route as merely "strenuous."

Is anyone familiar with the hike and, in particular, the exit route? I'd also be curious to know if you recommend doing this as a two-day, one-night hike, which is our current plan. To the extent it matters, we're all relatively capable hikers, experienced in the backcountry, and in good shape.

Phil,

I haven't done this hike. But if the exit is indeed the route that you take to get to the Powell Plaque, I've done that a number of times. If you have experience with hiking off-trail in the desert, you'll be fine. If you've only been on national park trails, it may be more than you're comfortable with.

I've only gone in from Checkerboard Mesa, explored, and come out in the same day.

Mark, I believe that's the route I'm referring to. There are a few different routes into "The Barracks" but the main exit (and one of the access routes into the canyon as well, of course) begins about 50 yards from the Powell Plaque. Thanks for the response.