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    The ultimate adventure guide

    Eric Adsit
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    The beginning of the South Ridge Trails winds through dense forest.
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    A small clearing early in the hike.
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    One of the many wooden bridges on the hike.
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    Steps past Eagle Creek Trail Junction.
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    Gorgeous Maine forest.
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    The Featherbed, an excellent spot to rest.
    Eric Adsit
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    The Featherbed.
    Eric Adsit
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    The trail quickly opens to sparse vegetation and stunning views.
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    A rocky ridge that you follow. The summit is the highest point on the hills in front of you.
    Eric Adsit
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    The trail climbs moderately along the ridge.
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    Looking at the Featherbed from above.
    Eric Adsit
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    Be sure to make frequent stops to enjoy the views to the south.
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    Views from the midpoint of the trail.
    Eric Adsit
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    At times, the south ridge trail can seem intimidating as you stare along the length of the ridge.
    Eric Adsit
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    Hiking up and away from the Featherbed.
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    Wildflowers bloom in the final stretch before the summit.
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    Looking down the slope and nearing the summit.
    Eric Adsit
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    Views from the summit.
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    Pack a lunch to enjoy at the top, you won't regret it!
    Eric Adsit

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