Journal Entries

Another view of Height of Land. Besides this spectacular view of the Rangeley lakes there's a large parking pullout with historical information of the area - and a park bench for having a snack.

Day 2. Mostly through the woods. Crossed Hiway 17 at noon at ‘Height of Land’ - Rangeley lakes in the background- before descent down and back into the trees. Hiked over Old Blue Mountain to reach Bemis Mtn Lean-to for the night- gratefully finishing a challenging and rewarding 8.3 miles.

It’s cooler hiking in the trees but the views in the open are so beautiful.

Happy place. Back in the woods with my backpack - weighing in around 28 pounds, on the heavy side, but carrying enough dried food for the whole trip.

August 17. Got a shuttle from Bethel, ME to Rte 4: at the trailhead headed to Sabbath Day Pond Lean-to.