Total trail mileage: 358.1 (approx)
Starting location: Curley Maple Gap Shelter
Ending location: Little Bald Knob (approx)
Weather: Clear and sunny all day. 70-80 degrees during the day
I am at
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Today was a lazy day. The even warmer weather made the climbs more
difficult and it seemed like nobody was in a rush to get anywhere.
But, I didn't need to get anywhere in particular. I am hoping to get
to somewhere on or just after Roan Mountain tomorrow, so pretty much
any mileage over 12 today put me within range. And, the relaxing
breaks were nice.
The Beauty Spot was pretty nice, but not quite as nice as Max Patch
was. It was another grassy bald with 360 degree views.
I passed through a red spruce forest today. Those types of trees are
unusual in this area of the country. It reminded me of the north.
I got to somewhere near Little Bald Knob and set up my hammock for the
night. Despite the name, this area isn't like the other balds I have
seen. I am not quite sure why it is named that.
If it continues to be warm, I am going to have to consider the "Siesta
schedule" soon. Once I start doing that, I will begin hiking early in
the morning, nap in the shade during midday, and then continue hiking
in the afternoon. Of course, that probably won't be necessary yet as
I go back up to high elevations tomorrow (which will probably be
cooler again).
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