Favorite part
Joe and Kathleen- KATAHDIN!
Least favorite part
Kathleen and Joe- exhaustion from the Whites and southern Maine
Overall reflection
Southern Maine was just as difficult, if not more than The White Mountains of New Hampshire. The climbs were just as difficult but without the views. The end of our trip was in sight and gave us mixed emotions in conjunction with our exhaustion. The 100 mile wilderness and many of the miles prior were filled with lakes, bogs, streams and ponds. We had our first river fordings and saw new wildlife like moose and loons. Baxter State Park and Katahdin gave us goosebumps and much excitement. Our final climb was the single largest climb of our trip and was difficult but our anticipation and excitement pushed us to the summit. Maine was a beautiful state, home to the most epic end to an incredible journey.
Miles hiked in state: 281.8 miles
Days spent in state: 17 days
Money found on trail: $.16
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