Later in the day, the trail followed the Clarion River. Another eagle lifted off from the near bank- very close to me.
And later in the day, I followed Tom's Run.
It was very slow going today. The rocks were hidden under snow, and if it weren't for the blazes, it would be very hard to even tell where the treadway is. Don't think the chapter should remove the rocks... they'd have to take down the entire hill!
This was cool- a pathway between the rocks.
The Clarion Chapter likes making cairns to mark the trail. There's no shortage of rocks! This was a particularly nice one with a directional element.
I think I'll leave you with a lovely overlook of the Clarion River. A lot of this section is lined with rhododenron and mountain laurel. In a few weeks it will be stunning! I am whipped. Very hard on the knees. Rest day coming up soon.
Miles today: 15.8. Total miles so far: 1580.8
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Cold but beautiful! I continue to admire your willingness to hike in all kinds of weather. Please be careful! I love Cook Forest!
ReplyDeleteLulu: "That's a lot of rocks all right! Must make it tough on the gophers!"
ReplyDeleteGreat job!! A lot of beautiful forest ahead of you!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous trail; would be especially nice with the rhododendron blooming. You continue to inspire me, Joan! April
ReplyDeleteThanks, everyone! The terrain will be much easier without the snow cover.
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