Day 138: Hike from Slugundy Falls to East Chairback Pond
August 12, 2024
AT miles: 14.7
Ascent: 3880’
Descent: 2889’
Weather: Perfect — low 70’s and sunny
Sightings: a pitcher plant and an orchid
High points: arriving at camp for the night. I hiked 12.5 hours — it was slow going.
I overslept and had to scramble to leave with everyone else — because of the long day we left camp at the bright and early hour of 6:00 am!
Today was just a long day. They were definitely some high points – the views were stunning, the pine forests were fascinating, and we walked through a bog (on bog boards!) and saw some orchids and pitcher plants. But overall, the hike was a long, hard struggle.
Water was everywhere — rivers, streams, waterfalls, puddings, and mud — lots and lots of mud!