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Three nominees- not the biggest but love Crawford all seasons in the Whites, Doubletop in Baxter, and Teton Crest from Alaska Basin in the Tetons. Of course Franconia Ridge on a quiet sunny weekday is in a category all its own. Finally, I just finished the Laugevergur trek in Iceland- truly...

WOW :confused:While I have long considered Jackson/Webster among the most bone jarring trails in the Whites, takes more out of my back and knees than anything else I can think of, this has got to be a spoof!

KONG! nice catch, thanks

Having hit the big 6-0 this year, I do feel a little extra tug of time, each peak a little voice "how many more times on this peak?" BUT I have been fortunate with health & injuries, work to keep in shape and I do not mind the idea of a slow scale back -more 3,000 footers with a view, less trips...

one quick add on to Icefields Parkways drive there are three gondola options along that road that get you up top and allow for some hiking/walking from there

sorry i thought I replied earlier- I did not hike in only did some road recon for Papa Bear If you go be aware of hunting seasons lots of activity in this area NH-Mass border where seasons can overlap or connect, wear your orange!

Big fan of the Tetons, especially if you can sneak in a two or three day back pack, try Alaska Basin from the Idaho side. Easy drive to do some hiking or car touring in Yellowstone as well. The ride from Banff to Jasper is exceptional, did not do any hiking there, Glacier is great, even with the...

Leroy Dudley listens to his tales :)

FYI- LT #8 as well as 9&10 have small one vehicle only parking spots-I would suggest calling the park to pre-arrange trailer spot. It is a great place I have been fortunate to visit for the past 34 years, I remember the 80s as a tough time, including dumpsters overflowing at the campgrounds, the...

Just a heads up, unfortunately I had to cancel my reservations Sat&Sun of Columbus Day weekend for a leanto at Roaring brook, hope someone can use the lean-to

I am concerned with the effect of the movie on usage, some of the stats in the article are troubling. Doubling or tripling the # of thru hikers would certainly change BSP dramatically. I love the park and selfishly would not the main purpose of the park to be servicing the atc. I can't...

As a non fb user, I have relied almost exclusively on VFTT the past ten years. As a long time (35 years) recreational (non-lister) hiker I have learned a lot, and enjoyed most of the discussions, I will echo the appreciation for the general civility and depth of knowledge found here. I do...

We only met once at the Franconia trail head. As already stated many of us followed your posts and journeys through this site. AGain, he lived a legendary life thanks to you, my thoughts and prayers are with you both, Mike

Thanks, great link, stll hope to get at least in the neighborhood someday. Not to hijack but does anyone know the status of climbing teams this year in light of last year's tragedy?

Great snowshoe conditions. No blowdowns. Parking on the other side of rt.2, room for plenty of cars, the entry had not been recently plowed, a little tricky pulling out. Trail was one great snowshoe track, several parties out on shoes. Cloudy no views, we opted to stop at Starr King other...

Anyone hiking the Whites tomorrow -saturday might want Shakelton Yikes!

Fun thread, how about a great artist with a great eye for the mountains Bierstadt, Cole, Moran, Church or Champney? How about Hannibal he could cross those high peaks!

Also love Pierce- quick note on Crawford, the bridge log at the very start has been an issue, can be tricky when icy- lost one hike when I attempted to cross on thin ice, going knee deep, back to the car and home:mad: Most times it is fine and a spectacular view on clear days. Not a peak but...

Date: November 15, 2014 Trail conditions: dusting of snow to 2-3" of packed snow, snow and hidden ice on the spur to the summit. Real cold is here! All water crossing easy to step across. Special Equipment: used poles for extra balance, barebooted until the last .2 to the top, used...

ledge Falls is great swimming, The twin brothers lakes on North end great as well, but a long drive from KS. Wood at every ranger campground, $3 per bundle(bring cash) fire rings have grates. Consider fire starting strategies, even kindling gathering is discouraged at car camping areas