The following is my bucket list. You know, the places you want to go before you kick the bucket.
Shenandoah National Park
Also known as the “AT”, it runs from Georgia to Maine, about 2,175 miles in total. While it would be an adventure of a lifetime to hike the whole lenght, I really want to hike two parts. The 100 mile wilderness in Maine and the 100 mile section that runs through Shenandoah National Park in Virginia.
John Muir Wilderness courtesy of GORP
This 200 mile stretch is part of the Pacific Crest Trail in the west. Runs through three national parks, Yosemite, King’s Canyon, and Sequoia.
3. Rocky Mountain National Park
I want to climb Long’s Peak. There is a non-technical route that is open from mid-July to September (according to the NPS). At 14,259 ft, I bet the view is increadible.
4. Utah*
Home to a number of great national parks. Zion, Canyonlands, Arches, Glen Canyon and more. *Technically, I have already visited Utah when we went to the four corners, but since I haven’t been to any of the above mentioned sites, I haven’t really been to Utah.
5. Boundary Waters in Northern Minnesota
Over 150 miles along the border of Canada. A great place to kayak or canoe. I also want to do some fishing. You know, catch a big one to tell the grand kids about!
