Origin: Derrick Knob Shelter
Destination: Mt. Collins Shelter
Today's miles: 13.5 (plus 0.5 from the trail to the shelter)
Total miles: 203.3
Fog, wind, a little rain, long miles, long day. Two big milestones, though: we climbed over Clingmans Dome, the tallest point on the AT and second tallest point in the US east of the Rockies, and we passed the 200 mile point.
The best part of the day was hiking through the fir forests at the high elevations. Along with the heavy moss and the damp weather, it felt a lot like the Pacific Northwest.
Magge left an hour after I did and was slower getting up the trail, and by the time she got to Clingmans Dome she actually got to see the view.
I have pictures on my camera but not my iPad. Still waiting for a chance to upload pictures.
Decent amount of miles covered despite the variety of weather forces. Nothing can stop you guys. You keep on truckin'! Can't wait to see the views from Clingmans Dome.
ReplyDeleteGood milestones today. Clingmans Dome is lovely be fun to see Magge's picture!
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