Thursday, May 1, 2025. Up at 6:50. Partly sunny and 58 degrees going up to 83.
Slept very well. Hoping for a good hiking day with minimal body issues. Other than some chaffing that I need to get under control before it ruins this hike.
On trail at 8:10.
Stopped for water and a pack adjustment by VA 55 at Manassas Gap. We are 2.3 miles and 1 hour in so far. Got a big hill to climb for the next 1.2 miles.
Stopped for a break and water at the Denton Shelter at 11.20. Finished 5.5 miles and have 4.9 to go.
Ran across some lovely trail magic about .8 miles from our destination. Sodas, healthy beverages, fruit, etc. much appreciated!
Arrived at Mountain Home at 2:50. We were greeted by the lovely owners Lisa and Scott. Lisa gave us a tour of the house which dated from 1846. Very nice B&B with a hiker bunk room as well.
Ed and I got a private room. Foosball table included.
We grabbed a shower then got a ride into town for a nice meal and drinks. Back to the hostel and a good nights sleep.
Technical Notes:
- Payday – 250
- Chomps – 100
- Coke – 140
- Mixed berry juice – 150
- Cheese Fries – 500
- Bacon Bean soup – 340
- Ruben Sandwich – 780
- Guinness – 158
- Old Fashioned – 176
- Water liters: 4
- Miles: 10.4
- Time: 6:45
- Elevation gain: 1988
- Elevation descent: 2612
- Calories consumed: 2581
- Calories burned: 2558
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