ADK Hiker
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Signed into register at 6:30am. Met up with Five Heads and his son. Had a great day comparing notes on various hikes. River crossing was very cold in the morning crossing, but very refreshing on the way back. Very easy to get across and follow the temporary trail. Our feet got soaked from the dew on the meadow grass. The views from these areas were breathtaking. Too bad I was so tired on the way out to get some shots. The red slim was very slippery on the slide up from Allen brook. I managed to fall at least twice and bash a few things. With a little bit of searching there is great views of Marcy, Skylight, Haystack, Cliff, Redfield, Sewards, and Santanoni's. There was another father/daughter duo on the top. It seemed a little strange to be way out on a remote mountain, where you had to wait in line to take your photo with the Allen summit sign. Made the steep decent with Five Heads and his son most of the way. They were great hiking partners, always trying to lighten the mood when we were so tired. So glad that we had the pleasure of meeting up with them.
Difficult hike due to the length, but a very managable day hike. Glad to have this one off the list.
Stephanie
Difficult hike due to the length, but a very managable day hike. Glad to have this one off the list.
Stephanie