Butt-kicking Hike

Todd from work and I (along with Howie) hiked the Seward range in the Adirondacks (near Saranac Lake). It was tough hike for sure.

On Friday, we camped out near the trailhead - Todd in his tent, and Howie and me in the back of the Vibe. We were on the trail the next morning by 6:30 AM. Took the Caulkins brook herd path up to the ridge. Stopped at the two view points on Donaldson. Then, we bagged Emmons. Had to backtrack over Donaldson and then climbed up and over Seward. Made it back to the car 11 hours after we started. The weather was perfect for this hike.

Summit Elevations: Seward 4361 ft, Donaldson 4140 ft, Emmons 4040 ft
Round-trip Distance: 16 mi
Elevation Change: 3700 ft


Looking east from Donaldson


Seward from Donaldson

Howling at the moon

This evening, Howie and I did a hike up Overlook mountain in the Catskills. We watched the sun set, and then waited for the moon to rise. Hiked down the road in the dark. Didn't need to use my flash light as the full moon provided enough light.

Summit Elevation: 3150 ft
Round-trip Distance: 5.2 mi
Elevation Change: 1400 ft


Red moon rising


Sunset

Seymour Butts

Today I hiked Seymour mountain with Todd from work (and Howie).

Summit Elevation: 4090 ft
Round-trip Distance: 14.0 mi
Elevation Change: 2000 ft

Seymour, located near Saranac Lakes, is one of the Adirondack high peaks. The 5.5 mile approach was relatively flat and easy walking, while the final 1.5 miles were steep and slow going. We had a picture perfect day for hiking.


Northern lookout on Seymour


Seward range from Seymour