Hummocks Loop — Friday, Aug. 2, 2019

If you go in the morning, especially before the sun is drying the landscape, bring extra pair of socks. My hiking boots and socks were soaked from the water/moisture on the grass and plants covering the trail. Once I finally reached the Observatory, I dried my toes and changed socks.

Also, the trailhead is a bit farther than the 29 mile point highlighted in WTA description. It was foggy when I arrived yet the signage was easy to find.

It was misty when i got to trailhead and I was the only car in the lot around 10:15a. I did Hummocks then Boundary all the way to the Observatory and back. I’d recommend taking the rest of Hummocks Loop when you get to the well-signed intersection because the other part of the Loop features marshland and other traits not seen on any part of the long hike. In total, All-Trails said that I’d hiked 12 miles.

Remember the extra pair of socks! And have a wonderful hike.