Hiking Reflections
Just thought that I would give my two-cents' worth about the hiking that I have done so far. Hardly objective, only opinion.
- Best View
- Osceola, Whiteface, (Mt. Hight-not one of the 48), and particularly, the North Presidential Ridge (Gulfside Trail)
- Most "Interesting" Hike
- Whiteface-Rock/Ledge climbing, hardwood forest
- Most Exciting Hike
- Presidential Ridge (North, from Washington to Adams)
- Least Exciting Hike
- East Osceola, Galehead
- Steepest Descent
- Carter Dome to Carter Hut, South Twin to Galehead Hut, Owl's Head slide
- Most Exaggerated Difficulty
- Wildcat (A)
- No Views
- East Osceola, Middle and South Carter, Galehead (small outlook), Owl's Head (except for slide)
- Most "Trouble" Hike
- Descent from Little Haystack on Falling Waters Trail - knee problems!
- Most Important Gear (beyond the obvious-boots, pack, etc.)
- Trekking poles, wicker shirts
- "Little Things Mean A Lot" Section
- Nylon shorts, Platypus water system, Terry cloth headband, Gaiters
