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Backpacker Magazine – May 2009
America's Best Dayhikes: Northeast
From blueberry picking in New York and New Hampshire to pure solitude in New Hampshire and Maine, moose sitings in Vermont, and peaks in New York, these the hikes feature the best of the Northeast.
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Cadillac Mountain, ME
Panoramic coastal views from the top of Acadia National Park's Mt. Desert Island are worth an early start to beat the crowds. Take the North Ridge Trail (four miles round-trip).
Info nps.gov/acad
Gleasman's Falls, NY
Head to the lonely western Adirondacks for this 5.6-miler to a waterfall. Pass a beaver pond on Burnt Creek along the way.
Info (315) 376-3521
Hunger Mountain, VT
Take the Waterbury Trail, a ledgy route up several rock chimneys, to a dazzling view of Mt. Mansfield. Allow extra time for the stiff, 4.4-mile trek, especially in blueberry season.
Info greenmountainclub.org
Katahdin, ME
For an 11-mile loop that makes a perfect (long) day, connect the Dudley Trail with the Saddle Trail. Info baxterstateparkauthority.com
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The Franconia Ridge route is terrific. Definitely in my top 10, including western peaks as well as eastern. You can make it a loop by ascending the Falling Waters Trail and returning via the Greenleaf and Old Bridle Path trails. You must be in decent shape. Don't forget to eat a good hearty breakfast. (I blew that only once!)
Posted: Jul 01, 2009 Ivan
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