Arizona Trail Day Zero – Tucson Murals | Average Hiker
Early morning is my favorite time of day – quiet, peaceful, solitary. We were up at 4:15 and on the road by 4:45. This is… Read More »Arizona Trail Day Zero – Tucson Murals | Average Hiker
Early morning is my favorite time of day – quiet, peaceful, solitary. We were up at 4:15 and on the road by 4:45. This is… Read More »Arizona Trail Day Zero – Tucson Murals | Average Hiker
My Arizona Trail Resupply Plan included a mix of boxes and resupplying in town as needed. This is not just a repeat of what you… Read More »Arizona Trail Resupply Plan Details | Average Hiker
I had been bush whacking through thick undergrowth, up and down ridge after ridge. Barbara Frost would soon make sure I was “found” and back in town. My encounter with her was one of my more memorable trail experiences.
Although this section of trail’s buildings were a little spooky, it was a really cool, pretty section of the Benton MacKaye Trail.
Big Frog Mountain was probably the steepest climb on the Benton MacKaye Trail. Not longest but steepest.
Coon up a tree! – Day 7 This morning started with a brisk 700-foot climb up Fowler Mountain. Unfortunately, I don’t sleep well in town… Read More »Benton Mackaye Trail – Raccoon Up a Tree! | Average Hiker
Blue Ridge, GA was my destination where I would get my resupply box and new sleeping pad before getting back on the trail.
Blue Ridge, GA was my destination where I would get my resupply box and new sleeping pad before getting back on the trail.
Southern Breakfast joints and stellar sunrises were the highlights of Day 4 on the Benton Mackaye Trail as the hike continued.
My Benton MacKaye Trail gear had it had its winners and losers. In some cases, I went back to some dependable old gear.
Today was to be Sam’s last day on the trail and I thought it only appropriate she be rescued by a super nice hog hunter.
The BMT on Day 2 included lots of wild boar signs, and camping down by the Toccoa River. It was a beautiful day!
Crossing Loss Creek was not a risk I should have taken but I was too focused on making miles and moving forward.
The first day on the BMT was a gorgeous day for hiking! I could not wait to get started!
The Benton Mackaye Trail is going to be my Spring Hike this year – the first hike I’ve not started solo in 35 years of backpacking.
This was my first day on the CDT in 2009 as I headed NOBO. I am much more patient now than I was back then.
The road walking today was beautiful though, as I ambled through the back roads of New England.
The New England Trail near Amherst included old stone bridges, mushroom hunts, and a town day.
Day 3 on The New England Trail was one of my favorites. The ridges above Hermit’s Cave had beautiful Fall views!
The New England Trail was almost eerily quiet this morning. I paused to look around me. “Where are the birds?” I whispered.
New England Trail Day 1 brought the first of only a handful of shelters along this 215 mile trail.
A fall on some switchbacks, and winter weather ended my 2020 Colorado Trail hike. I’ll wrap it up in 2021!
Today was a beautiful day above tree line. I could not have asked for more perfect weather. Other than frustrating shoes, it was fantastic!
Day 32 on the Colorado Trail was gorgeous! This was also the day I reached the high point on the trail.
Updated Gear List for the New England Trail My New England Trail Gear List had a few adjustments. I tried out a couple of new… Read More »New England Trail Gear List – More Gear Tests! | Average Hiker
Colorado Trail Day 31, and Colorado is still a stunning state. Views across Snow Mesa took my breath away as I settled in for the night.
Creede, Colorado is one of my favorite trail towns on the Colorado Trail or CDT, and the new barbecue truck makes it even better!
Today on the Colorado Trail was one of my favorites! The wildlife sightings exceeded my expectations and weather was gorgeous!
Colorado Trail Day 28 included hiking in sections 19 & 20. This was beautiful hiking through remote, dry country leading up to San Luis Pass.
After spending more time around cows, I’m convinced that although not all that bright, they each have their own distinct personality.
Even cold rainy days are beautiful on the Colorado Trail. Just make sure you have the right gear for COLD rain!
Colorado Trail Electronics Use was not much different from other trails. This was the longest hike for the Fenix Headlamp, and it did well.
Colorado Trail Day 25 included a beautiful hike out of Monarch Pass. Climbing over 3,000 feet over 8.5 miles was moderate and above tree line.
The Red Hen Bakery in Salida is quite good, and I arrived at sun up to make sure I did not have to wait in line.
I now understand why I was advised not to hike to Cottonwood Pass during storms yesterday. It would have been beautiful and dangerous.
Hiking from Chalk Creek to Sanford Saddle was gorgeous, but afternoon storms chased me into my shelter early!
Today’s hike between the Arkansas River and Chalk Creek was gorgeous. I got to see “Ninja Moose,” and meet Lynx and Hot Legs!
After laying up sick for 6 days the hike out of Monarch Pass proved to be pretty tough, but the scenery made it worthwhile!
Day 15 was a tough day! Hiking while struggling with an angry stomach is not a lot of fun. Top that off with the worst hitch EVER, and I was ready to call it a day.
Lake Ann Pass was another beautiful Pass with a great campsite at the small lake just before the Pass. Views from the top were incredible!