Recently Submitted Hike Reports
Burnt Meadow Mountain Hike Report
We hiked Burnt Meadow Mountain in August 2010. There are now two options. The trail branches at about 15 minutes into the hike. The right branch with blue blazes is called the North Peak trail and is the original trail with the steep climb at the very top. The left branch with yellow blazes goes all the way around the middle peak before ascending to the North peak. It's much longer - maybe twice as long - and does not have the very steep final climb. We went up the blue trail and down the yellow trail. It was a nice day and this was a very enjoyable afternoon hike with good (but not spectacular) views in most directions from the top. I would do this one again.... ~Anonymous (click here to read more)
Arethusa Falls Hike Report
Didnt realize the hike would be so long started out towards Frankenstein Cliffs. Slow upgrade in the begining then about 10 -15 minutes into the hike it got steep. It was comfortable weather and I was with my 3 sons 15 14 and 8. We took a few 10 minute catch your breath water breaks until we reached the cliffs. We were all pretty soaked with sweat so we were definitely working hard. Almost ran out of water. The trek from the cliffs to the falls was a slow decline long steep at times. Throughout the whole hike there were a couple of other falls . Arethusa falls was real nice wished it was warmer weather but stuck my feet in the FREEZING clear water anyway. BRRRR! The hike out was man made with log and stone steps and a lot of huge root would have been a good smaller family hike in and out of the falls would take about 3 hours round trip. The trail was marked with blue markers throughout. Good first hike. Liked having a soothing destination to relax at. ... ~Anonymous (click here to read more)
Maromokotro Hike Report
10 days is actually from last village/end of 4wd tracks to first village/4wd tracks. The complete traverse or ascent should need a full 12 to 13 days.
Don't underestimate this gentle looking hill like mountain. Weather is very unstable, it does rain almost everyday, fog can get really DENSE, temps drops down to -20°c during winter nights.
Views from the summit are exceptionnal with sights of west coast islands and immense wilderness all around. This trek is possibly the best I've ever done as during a traverse, you change biotopes every two days, alternating burning hills with dense humid forest, bushy plateaux, dry tropical forests, rivers, waterfalls, extreme isolation. It never gets boring with similar sceneries and everyday you encounter different environments. Rare on such a short distance.... ~madamax (click here to read more)
Mount Carleton Hike Report
There's a $7.00 admission fee at the main gate, which will give you access to the entire park. Considering the higher altitude of the region, one should be prepared for winter conditions starting early fall. Pack appropriate clothing just in case. You should also wear hiking boots or a good pair of sneakers. Please do not wear sandals, it could ruin your trip. As for water bring plenty as there's no drinkable water available on the mountain. Which bring me to the washrooms. There are some at the main gate and at the bottom of the mountain. There's also one halfway through the difficult path, but none at the top and through the easy path. There are plenty of trail markers that allow for easy navigation. The trails are pretty clean, but you'll find a piece of garbage once in a while. In the difficult path, look for this beautiful brook and waterfall along a good portion of the trail. The last section of trail before reaching the summit is breathtakingly beautiful. I particul... ~bootsandtrails (click here to read more)
Bradbury Mountain Hike Report
Bradbury Mountain has never been on my radar to hike. My Maine Atlas and Gazetteer shows it as a 200 foot elevation gain to the summit. Doesn't seem like much of a mountain to me.
But my brother's church is taking a group of kids there next week, and they wanted to explore the place first, so I tagged along; it was a good excuse to visit with Jonathan for a bit.
When you enter the park, if you park in the upper lot, the Summit Trail (the shortest and steepest trail) is right next to you, by the playground. We hiked this trail to the summit. Only took us a few minutes.
I was surprised to find out how utterly flat the horizon line was; not a single mountain in view. Not my idea of a stunning vista, but I suppose that's to be expected when you only hike for a few minutes.
We then went across the bluff trail to another scenic lookout point. and then back down. Near the bottom is a quarry, which you can get to with just a short detour.
Once we got ba... ~dtwitchell (click here to read more)
Angel Falls Hike Report
I only wanted to add to the previous post that climbing to the top is well worth it. Not too difficult, and certainly not dangerous, you start at the left side of the falls and climb almost vertically sometimes. Once up, if you continue on upstream, you are greeted with several small cascade watterfalls that, in the summer, are quite refreshing to wade into. My group found the upstream portion to be as rewarding as the main falls for it's texture and variation.... ~Anonymous (click here to read more)
Mount Redington Hike Report
Redington was on my to-do list because it is (according to the AMC) a 4000-footer. Hiking this one leaves me just four more to go. I wanted to do this one in the fall because I wasn't convinced I'd see many nice views, so I thought we ought to at least get some nice fall foliage!
This is a hike that is quite interesting in a couple different ways. First, it's a rare mountain (here in Maine) that, when you start hiking, you're so far away from the mountain that you can see the peak in the distance. I'll post a picture of that.
Second, when you are hiking Redington, you are in the middle of a bowl formed by Sugarloaf, Spaulding, Redington, The Crockers, and Mount Abraham (Abram). Within this bowl, there isn't a hint of "civilization" beyond that one (horribly maintained) road that goes down the middle of the bowl. The result is, you are in a very natural setting. You won't hear many sounds from the outside world (which can make an eerie sort of silence, if you're ... ~dtwitchell (click here to read more)
Old Speck Hike Report
The first time I hiked Old Speck, it was raining. And the observation tower was falling apart and closed. It was a miserable day, and I said, "Never again."
But a few days ago Bobby said he would like to do it, so I said I'd go with him. The experience this time around was MUCH nicer.
We started out around 9:15 in the morning, and discussed whether we should go straight for the summit, and do the Eyebrow on the way back, or hit the Eyebrow first.
Since the Eyebrow is the steepest part of the trail, and we both prefer going UP over steep parts to going DOWN over them, we decided to do the Eyebrow on the way up.
I think that was a good choice. You won't even be hiking for ten minutes before you hit the branch where you choose the AT, or the Eyebrow trail. Turn right to do the Eyebrow, continue straight to follow the AT.
The Eyebrow trail is marked with red blazes, and it is a fairly steep climb. But it isn't really all that difficult, because th... ~dtwitchell (click here to read more)
Saddleback Mountain Hike Report
I'd hiked 15 different mountains this summer, but none of them were mountains on my "To Do" list (the 4000 footers in the state of Maine). So I really wanted to hit at least two of them before I called it quits on hiking for the year and went back to work.
I have some friends who are in pretty good shape, so I asked them if they would be willing to do TWO 4000 foot peaks in one day with me. They were willing (though afterward they informed me that next time THEY were picking the mountain!)
The reason I wanted to do two is, Saddleback Horn is only accessible by way of either Saddleback or Saddleback Jr. In other words, you can't get to it without hiking ANOTHER mountain first.
We started about an hour after daybreak on the Appalachian Trail. The AT is not really well maintained here (as of 2008); it was surprisingly muddy, and many of the log bridges over the mud were quite rotten.
Bring an extra pair of socks or two with you, because if you accidentally ... ~dtwitchell (click here to read more)
Table Rock Hike Report
Table Rock isn't actually a mountain - it's a plateau that's sort of on the way to the summit of Baldpate.
Bobby, Tom, and I did this in the morning on a fairly nice, somewhat clear day. Much better weather than the last time I hiked it, which was in mid-October last fall.
We were surprised to find that there is a $2.00 fee for using the trail through Grafton Notch. In the parking lot by the mountain there is a metal tube you can drop you fee in, though there is no one there checking to make sure you do it. Not all of us had $2.00 with us, because we didn't know the fee was there (I think it's only in effect for part of the year). Please remember to bring your fee - those fees, even though they are on the "honor system" are important to keeping the trails maintained!
After you've crossed Route 26 on the AT, a few minutes later you'll come to a fork in the trail. This is where you decide how adventurous you are. The Appalachian Trail goes left. Take this if y... ~dtwitchell (click here to read more)
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Recently Submitted Descriptions
Black Mountain Description
The cairns have been rebuilt, but the trail remains quite confusing at points. I have hiked this mountain over a dozen times, and I have always lost my way at one point or another. There seems to have been a clear trail at one time, but years of over-growth and logging have left the trail very occluded. I enjoy this mountain more than most because of its untouched quality at the top. There are good views from the south-western ledges, and there are several peaks to explore. Though it is continually logged, there are many interesting points if one is willing to venture through bogs and underbrush. I highly recommend a detailed topographical map and a compass, as there are no real trails to speak of once you reach the top. Just follow the cairns and keep your fingers crossed, it could be the most interesting hike of this summer. ~Anonymous
Jebel Chambi Description
I live at the base of the mountain and have gone there to visit. You can not get to the top due to antenna being up there and protected by the military but there are great stops along the way including Roman ruins to visit and tiny cafes to rest those weary bones. At times we can see snowcapped peaks and the storms coming over the mountain are spectacular to see. Come visit Tunisa and enjoy the wonders of beautiful Chambi, my next door neighbor! ~Anonymous
Mount Washington Description
Mount Washington, the tallest mountain in New England, is also widely considered to be the worst weather spot in the world. The weather station at the summit holds the record for measuring the worlds fastest wind speed near the surface of the earth.
People climb Washington, they drive up it, and there is also cog railway that people can ride to the summit. ~dtwitchell
Saddleback Mountain Description
Another way to accomplish both 4000 footers in a day, is the way I did it this summer. I started at saddleback ski resort climbed grey ghost (blue/intermediate ski trail) decent pitch from the get go to the top. After you ascend to the top of the ski resort and directly behind the new quad chair, there is a short trail to the AT trail and summit thats about 1 1/2 hr at a good pace. Then walk the ridge to the horn which is another 1hr. The ridge in late august is full of blueberries (yummy) Ridge has spectacular views. total hike with breaks 5 hrs. at a decent pace. This is much shorter than the 9.5 hrs it takes to hike both peaks from rte 4. Still the best way I've heard is to do a multiple day hike from rte 4 to rte 27 (which is on my next summers must do trip!) ~Anonymous
Mount Redington Description
Redington, just to the west of Sugarloaf and Spaulding, is one of Maine's less-hiked tall mountains. It just barely makes Maine's "4000-foot" list, and depending on who you ask its actual elevation is a few feet under 4000, or a few feet over. ~dtwitchell
Old Speck Description
Old Speck is at the end of the Mahoosuc Range, near Newry, Maine. It is located in Grafton Notch, and is the third tallest peak in the state of Maine. ~dtwitchell
Saddleback Mountain Description
This mountain is in what I like to refer to as the 4000 Triangle. It's like the Bermuda Triangle, only much nicer. If you draw a triangle connecting Rangeley Lake, Kingfield, and Flagstaff Lake, you've got a fairly small triangle (relatively speaking) that includes about half of Maine's 4000 foot peaks.
Saddleback has some very nice views of the lakes and mountains around, and has a very lengthy open ridge, so you have plenty of opportunity to admire the views as you hike. ~dtwitchell
Mont Ngaoui Description
this mountain is the highest in central African Republic! ~Anonymous
Grand Monadnock Description
Monadnock is known as the Most Hiked Mountain in the United States. It is also recognized as the second most hiked mountain in the world, second only to Fuji in Japan. There are nice views all around from the summit, and it's a hike enjoyed by many families. ~dtwitchell
Aziscohos Mountain Description
Aziscohos Mountain (also known as Aziscoos Mountain) is in the Rangeley area of the state, and has beautiful views of many mountains and lakes in the area - a wonderful reward for a not-too-difficult hike. ~dtwitchell
Mount Cutler Description
This is a short but rugged hike out of Hiram, Maine, that gives views both of the village of Hiram from almost directly above, and also some views of Burnt Meadow Mountain and the White Mountains to the west. ~dtwitchell
Tumbledown Mountain Description
Tumbledown is a popular hike in Weld, Maine, near Webb Lake and Mount Blue State Park. It is known for its nice pond near the summit, which is good for swimming - for those who want to brave the cold! Beautiful views abound at the summit. ~dtwitchell
Mount Chocorua Description
Mount Chocorua is in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. It is distant enough from other mountains that there is little to block your view in 360 degrees from the summit. This mountain is also home of the Champney Falls, a waterfall which is a popular family destination. ~dtwitchell
Ragged Mountain Description
Ragged Mountain is one of the Camden Hills, right across the road from Bald Mountain. From the summit you can see Penobscot Bay, as well as some of the other Camden Hills. There are nice views for a relatively easy hike. ~dtwitchell
Bear Mountain Description
This is a low mountain near Bear Pond in North Turner, Maine. For such a short hike, it has some very nice views at the summit (and lots of blueberry bushes). It's a popular family hike. ~dtwitchell
East Royce Mountain Description
This mountain is right at the border between Maine and New Hampshire, south of Gilead, Maine. Its summit provides nice views of mountains both in Maine and in New Hampshire. ~dtwitchell
Center Hill Description
If you are looking for an easy, easy hike for the whole family, Center Hill in Weld, Maine is the place to go. Center Hill is part of the Mount Blue State Park, and only takes a few minutes to hike. For such a short hike, the views are really quite remarkable. In fact, you can get some great views just by driving up to the parking lot, without even doing a bit of hiking! ~dtwitchell
Mount Blue Description
Mount Blue is part of the Mount Blue State Park. It overlooks Webb Lake, and can be seen from the state park beach on the other side of the lake. From the summit of Mount Blue you can also see Tumbledown, Little Jackson, Big Jackson, and Blueberry Mountain. The summit plateau itself has no views, but there are at least three ledges which are easily accessible from the summit, which provide nice views. ~dtwitchell
Damavand Description
Mount Damavand 5671m , is a silent volcano located in Alborz Range in north of Iran . It looks like Fujiyama in Japan but much greater . There has been no eruption of Volcano Damavand in historical times and records so it is regarded as extinct silent volcano. There are some hot springs on its lower slopes like Larijan village . At the summit there is a crater about 150-200 meters across , with a lot of yellow sulfurous rocks and pumice stones. Snow covers the crater and upper slopes in winter, spring and autumn . In fact it is the not only the highest peak in Iran , but also the highest in Middle East and the highest if you travel from Europe eastward to Iran .
Best place to get info for climbing Mount Damavand
http://damavandmt.blogspot.com/
Best Climbing Time: 10 June To 20 August
Best Climbing Side: South face
Best Climbing Program: 2 days climb
Best Start point: Polour ,a small village at the south side of the mount Damavand
Status: not active
Latitude: 35° 57' 19" N
Longitude: 52° 06' 36" E
Most Recent Eruption: None on record mount
Nearest International Airport: IKA Airport Teheran, Iran ~Solard
Burnt Meadow Mountain Description
This mountain is located in south western Maine, in Brownfield, near Denmark and Sweden. It's not a very tall mountain, but there are a few nice views along the way. ~dtwitchell
Champara Description
Attempted an ascent of Champara in July 2006. As far as we could tell, it had not been climbed since the early 1900s, and we could find no route maps or even any pictures of it. We took a taxi from caraz to the small town of Mirasanta, at the base of the the valley at the north end of the mtn. We were apparently the first gringos to venture that far north in the corillero blanco, as we were ogled by the entire town during our stay there, where we pitched our tents in their soccer field. The town seems to be dependant on arichoke farming. It was somewhat difficult to communicate with them, as they spoke mostly Quechua. It was a long, 2 day hike up the valley, with the aid of two porters we hired from the village. Unfortunately, after hiking all the way up the valley to the base of the glacier, we could not find a safe route up the steep rock/ice wall, and were forced to turn around. I would love to send pictures and any advice to anyone who'd like to make an attempt at the mountain, especially if they'd share how they attained the peak!
hartmoss82@yahoo.com ~Anonymous
Black Mountain Description
This mountain is located in the vicinity of Worthley Pond, in Sumner and Peru, Maine. The mountain is approached by way of the Greenwoods road to the Black Mountain Road. There are (I have heard) nice views from the ledges at the top of the mountain.
However, there has been extensive logging done in the area, and the trails and cairns have been essentially obliterated. I attempted to hike this mountain with a friend today, and we discovered a maze of crisscrossed logging trails, and no cairns. We never made it to the summit. Unless you enjoy simply exploring, I would not recommend attempting this hike. ~dtwitchell
Hosac Mountain Description
I rode a snowmobile up this mountain. It started out as a nice trail tapering down to a washed out hillclimb covered in two feet of frozen snow! It was awsome! great views from up top! very fun. Cant wait to do it again. ~Anonymous
Baldpate Mountain-West Peak Description
You might not guess it from the name, but Baldpate Mountain West Peak (also known as West Baldpate), is NOT bald. The main peak is bald, but when you reach the summit of the West peak, you are in the trees.
West Baldpate is located along the Appalachian Trail between Newry, ME and Andover, ME. ~dtwitchell
Baldpate Mountain Description
Baldpate Mountain lies between Newry, Maine and Andover, Maine. It has two main peaks: West Baldpate and Baldpate. Both of these peaks lie along the Appalacian Trail in Maine. A short detour from the Appalachian trail takes you to Table Rock, a plateau with a great view of Old Speck and other mountains. ~dtwitchell
Blueberry Mountain Description
Blueberry Mountain is one of several peaks near Webb Lake and the Mount Blue State Park in Weld Maine. This is part of a very pretty area of the state, and you can find all kinds of nice views even without hiking a mountain. From the peak of Blueberry have nice views in all directions - including, on a clear day, Mount Washington. ~dtwitchell
Mount Everest Description
Mount Everest is the tallest mountain in the world. It is located on the border of Nepal and Tibet, and is part of the Himalaya range. The actual height of Everest is still debated, with various GPS, and other methods of measurement giving heights anywhere from 29,000 to 29,035 feet above sea level. Some measure the height from the highest rock summit, others from the snow/ice cap above the rock.
Everest is the tallest mountain in the world if measured from sea level, however, if measured from the mountain's base, at least two mountains in the could be classified as taller. One is Mauna Kea in Hawaii, and the other is Mt McKinley in Alaska.
As of 2006, over 2,000 people have ascended Mount Everest, and more than 200 people have died in the attempt. Often, bodies are left where they died, as carrying them down the mountain would be quite difficult for fellow climbers. Similarly, controversies have arisen about climbers who leave fallen climbers to die, without attempting rescue.
~jtompson
Miller Peak Description
Miller Peak is accessible by a variety of trails, which provide a fairly challenging hike, with elevation gain around 3500 feet, and 10 mile round trip distance hiked. Miller Peak is the highest peak in the Huachuca Mountain Range. ~mileshigh
Pikes Peak Description
Pikes Peak is recognized as the most visited mountain in North America, and second in the world. The peak is 14,110 feet above sea level, and is accessible by a partially paved highway, and has extraordinary views from the peak, including Colorado Springs and the Garden of the Gods.
It is also accessible by the Barr Trail, and a cog railway.
Pikes Peak is home to both a foot marathon and an auto race each year. ~jtompson
Spaulding Mountain Description
An interesting feature of Spaulding Mountain is that the Appalachian Trail was completed on Spaulding. The southern part of the trail and the northern part of the trail had their final meeting point north of the summit of Spaulding Mountain.
So when you hike Spaulding, look for a big sign on a large boulder, commemorating the completion of the Appalachian Trail. ~Anonymous
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