Today we headed back to over 5,000', and are sleeping at 6,275'. On the climb up here there was frost on the ground in the late afternoon, and we even found some ice. Flatlander was nonplussed, Blueberry Crisp was thrilled. I was planning to pitch my tent in the shelter for warmth.
Luckily this shelter turned out to be a fully enclosed space, unlike the usual 3-sided lean-tos... with 5 bodies inside, we should be OK.
The walk here was beautiful. It was warmer than the Grayson Highlands, so I was able to enjoy the Roan Highlands more. Stunning views, though they are marred by smoke from the forest fires.
Start: Campsite
End: Roan Mountain Shelter
Distance: 17.8 miles
ETA: Nov 30 - Dec 5
There are 22 AT maps in the package you left me. As of the 15 of Nov, you have 4 1/3 maps left. Your adventure will be completed before you know it!!
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