It was cold, and the view from the top wasn’t great. But that’s not why we go out and hike, right?
Appalachian Trail
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As dangerous as it is, Flume Slide Trail has some excitement, for sure. Tripyramid obviously wins for views, but there are many reasons to hike a trail.
Hiking up Adams can be straightforward, if you want it to be. But adding some complications can create a more sophisticated route. A more straightforward trail might not have as much to discover.
Mt Washington (6,288 feet), Mt Clay (5,533 feet), Mt Jefferson (5,716 feet). Coos County, NH. 2020-09-03 (Thursday.) Via Jewell, Gulfside, Westside, Trinity Heights Connector, Jefferson Loop, Clay Loop, Jewell Link. Approx 14-16 miles round-trip. Temps ranged in the low to high 50s, and into the low 60s throughout the day, and depending on mountain. Winds were negligible, about 2-3 knots at the Mount Washington Observatory. Sunny with clouds in the […]
Hiking Eisenhower is itself an epic hike. Adding Monroe to the trip just makes it better. Coffee at Lakes of the Clouds? Now that’s icing on the cake!
Howker Ridge Trail going up Mt Madison is described as strenuous, rugged, and rocky. But is it that bad? What’s the draw?
Hiking Mahoosuc Notch is a noteworthy achievement for anyone. But is it really as tough as people make it to be?
A Pemi Loop is a long hike, no doubt about it. But for the hiker bagging 4,000 footers, it’s a chance to hike a dozen of them.
I don’t know how the words “Pemi Loop” can’t equate with “tough.” But sometimes, there’s no easy way to enjoy such an amazing experience. And maybe that’s the point.
Mt Wolf, from Kinsman Notch, is hard. But while hiking that bit of the Kinsman Ridge trail, you’ll find that the water at Eliza Brook is ice cold and delicious.
You need to be ready. Once in awhile, you actually get good winter weather in the Presidential range. When it happens, all is good.
North and South Kinsman offer great views, an easy ascent, and a quick and painless traverse across the col. What’s not to like?