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Outdoor Project
The ultimate adventure guide
Eric Adsit
Photo Date:
05/28/2017
The beginning of the South Ridge Trails winds through dense forest.
Photo Date:
05/21/2016
A small clearing early in the hike.
Photo Date:
05/21/2016
One of the many wooden bridges on the hike.
Photo Date:
05/21/2016
Steps past Eagle Creek Trail Junction.
Photo Date:
05/21/2016
Gorgeous Maine forest.
Photo Date:
05/21/2016
The Featherbed, an excellent spot to rest.
Eric Adsit
Photo Date:
05/28/2017
The Featherbed.
Eric Adsit
Photo Date:
05/28/2017
The trail quickly opens to sparse vegetation and stunning views.
Photo Date:
05/21/2016
A rocky ridge that you follow. The summit is the highest point on the hills in front of you.
Eric Adsit
Photo Date:
05/28/2017
The trail climbs moderately along the ridge.
Photo Date:
05/21/2016
Looking at the Featherbed from above.
Eric Adsit
Photo Date:
05/28/2017
Be sure to make frequent stops to enjoy the views to the south.
Eric Adsit
Photo Date:
05/28/2017
Views from the midpoint of the trail.
Eric Adsit
Photo Date:
05/28/2017
At times, the south ridge trail can seem intimidating as you stare along the length of the ridge.
Eric Adsit
Photo Date:
05/28/2017
Hiking up and away from the Featherbed.
Eric Adsit
Photo Date:
05/28/2017
Wildflowers bloom in the final stretch before the summit.
Photo Date:
05/21/2016
Looking down the slope and nearing the summit.
Eric Adsit
Photo Date:
05/28/2017
Views from the summit.
Eric Adsit
Photo Date:
05/28/2017
Pack a lunch to enjoy at the top, you won't regret it!
Eric Adsit
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