August 19, 2020 In the heart of the White Mountains off the popular Kancamagus Highway (NH 112) is this gem of a hike. The main appeal is the location in one of the most scenic parts of the northeast, and the views that this low summit (2691 feet) gives of the eastern side of the …
Mount Willard, New Hampshire
August 18, 2020 Mount Willard Trail, Crawford Notch, NH Here is a short report on a short but rewarding hike in one of the most spectacular parts of New Hampshire and the northeast in general, namely Crawford Notch. The hike is short (1.6 miles one way) and relatively easy. The summit is at 2864 feet …
Mount Jo, Adirondacks, New York
Family friendly, short and highly rewarding. This short loop starts at the ADK Loj at Heart Lake, on the northern side of the high peaks. The summit of Mt Jo (elevation 2877 feet) affords spectacular views of the high peaks, including Algonquin (5114 feet) and Phelps Mountain (4150 ft). You also get a great view …
Rocky Falls, Adirondacks, New York
As part of a camping trip to Heart Lake in late July, we did a day hike up to Rocky Falls directly from our campsite. On a hot summer day, the falls are paradise and a dream come true: cool, refreshing mountain water gently plunging into inviting swimming pools, surrounded by shady forest deep in …
Abbey Pond, Vermont
An uncrowded favorite in the Green Mountain National Forest. We love this hike for many reasons. It is short and beautiful. It is great for kids and dogs. It is local and easily accessible, but not crowded like Mount Philo, Sterling Pond, or other mega-popular hikes. Also, it’s dog-friendly, not only because dogs are allowed, …
Ancient reef creatures in Vermont
There’s something special about seeing fossils out in their natural setting. Sure, museums show the best specimens and put them in nice light and make sure the room is not too hot, not too cold. But there’s a certain feeling, something like awe and thrill of discovery mixed together, when you find fossilized life forms …
Lamoille Valley Rail Trail, Vermont
There is a great thing happening in the Lamoille Valley of northern Vermont: the Lamoille Valley Rail trail is taking shape along an abandoned railroad right-of-way. It makes a beautiful family-friendly outing. Currently (2018) the trail is complete from just north of Jeffersonville, Vermont, to just east of Morrisville, Vermont, as well as segments near …