Couldn't sleep last night, my last night on the PCT. Started early with headlamp and hiked 14.7 miles to the border, then 8.9 miles to Manning Park and the lodge.
Today I really felt like a hiker, my legs handled uphill and downhill like a rockstar. I'm still slow though. My knees are not as flexible on the steep sections like the younger hikers. I take longer making sure each step is safe with no slips or falls.
It's been an amazing journey, I can't believe it's over. Sigh...
Washington from the PCT was stunning. Every day mind numbing views. My favorite section of the PCT (sorry Sierra).
Should get home Saturday September 17 7:30pm!
Very early in the morning. The mountains way back in the background were spectacular!
Hiker Mike! Great views behind me
Beautiful lake
See the separation in the trees? US / Canada border
FINISH!!!!
Four years, five sections, 2650 miles, unbroken footsteps between Mexico and Canada! Done!!!!
Congratulations! What an accomplishment!
ReplyDeleteIncredible! What an adventure! So proud of you, Dad. This is a really Big thing.
ReplyDeleteGood job Mike. Great pictures and details.
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ReplyDeleteCongrats Douglass! You did it!
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