High Point

The first 2 miles were a killer!

First two miles (and last two) were brutal incline (decline)! Most of rest of trail was wide fire road and less climb. The views were

First two miles (and last two) were brutal incline (decline)! Most of rest of trail was wide fire road and less climb. The views were

Beautiful view. Clear day but a bit windy. Few downed trees across the path. Had to be careful to get around them.

Peak 9 out of 18 Done!  Climb, climb, climb some more.  No kiosk to pay the $10 for parking but do need forest pass.  Start

Great hike. The first section is a beautiful (but somewhat steep) trail, and the rest is fire road; less steep but a relentless long incline.