Trail conditions very dry, water sources still running but low. Observation deck on fire tower frame is sturdy, safe and easy to climb up (and down).
No special equipment needed.
There were just a few bugs at the top and no breeze today. Saw 20-30 AT hiker -, some section hiking, some thru hiking (one southbound). A misty cloud hung in the area of the summit but for the most part we had stellar views, particularly from the tower.
http://summithikinginnewengland.blogspot.com/2014/08/old-speck-maine-august-30-2014.html
No special equipment needed.
There were just a few bugs at the top and no breeze today. Saw 20-30 AT hiker -, some section hiking, some thru hiking (one southbound). A misty cloud hung in the area of the summit but for the most part we had stellar views, particularly from the tower.
http://summithikinginnewengland.blogspot.com/2014/08/old-speck-maine-august-30-2014.html
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