ASCEND & WANDER

I made it to New Hampshire from NYC to section hike the White Mountains section of the Appalachian trail.  Access was through Boston then direct bus to Lincoln with Concord.  ** UPLOADED IN REVERSE ORDER ** I was taking a bus out of Gorham back to Boston while this guy was continuing north with a very heavy pack. We ate breakfast together in McDonalds and he didn't even take off the pack! An old local guy commented on how everyone is always in a hurry nowadays lol Murica 250th Small town festival was the best way for a night in the town Stayed here with many other hikers... Several KMS before here were skipped as it was a long day and I was able to find a great ride into Gorham from a very nice Maine family. I didn't even have to ask. Immediately upon emerging from the forest the father offered me a ride down the hill. Thanks!!  I had to cross it as it seemed the only feasible way at the time Descending down this ridge was one of the most serious parts of the trail. If yo...

June 2026 I did a 4 day section hike of the Appalachian Trail from Manchester City to Rutland. Access was through Albany then #7 bus to the East and ending with a long train ride back to Penn Station. I chose this part since it was mid June and wanted something reasonably high elevation to take advantage of the snow free season but also still had easy access from NYC. Hopefully next time I can make it to the higher White Mountains in New Hampshire. Thanks CH for the help with what to expect for this section.  There were a few options I considered to resupply if needed - hitch into Darby - hitch in Wallingford (tried at end of day and gave up after 30 minutes so make it to the next shelter before dark) - Take the Rutland airport bus into the city centre  - Buy food from the Throwing Stone Farm (this one worked great, small detour via rural roads)    Day 1 The town of Barrington from the bus window. Another town access spot to the AT. I will likely end here if heading ...