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by Trekman
Fri Jan 24, 2020 10:28 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Early September Rock Harbor Loop 9/4 - 9/8
Replies: 13
Views: 5128

Re: Early September Rock Harbor Loop 9/4 - 9/8

Noted on going from Moskey to Mccargoe. the hike from McCargoe to Lane Cove seems to be around 13 miles which seems like too much. Is there a good alternative option for the last night campsite on our way back into Rock Harbor?
by Trekman
Wed Jan 22, 2020 10:26 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Early September Rock Harbor Loop 9/4 - 9/8
Replies: 13
Views: 5128

Re: Early September Rock Harbor Loop 9/4 - 9/8

Would a hypothetical route of RH-Three Mile for night one. Then go from Three Mile to Moskey for night 2. Moskey to Chickenbone East (Seems like people avoid this campground so insight appreciated), Chickenbone to Lane Cove for night 4 and then a short hike back to RH to explore in the morning. Mile...
by Trekman
Wed Jan 22, 2020 10:04 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Early September Rock Harbor Loop 9/4 - 9/8
Replies: 13
Views: 5128

Re: Early September Rock Harbor Loop 9/4 - 9/8

Thank you all. There is a lot to consider in terms of routes forsure but planning is half the fun! I have continuously heard about the island being more rugged than expected but the group i am going with are seasoned bunch. Thank you everyone for the suggestions!
by Trekman
Tue Jan 07, 2020 10:47 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Early September Rock Harbor Loop 9/4 - 9/8
Replies: 13
Views: 5128

Early September Rock Harbor Loop 9/4 - 9/8

Hello, Looking for a loop that starts and ends at RH. Leaving from Copper Harbor. Never been to the island and am going with a group of very experienced backpackers. Looking to do around 8-12 miles a day but can be more if campsites are worth trekking too. As mentioned we have never been so any pote...
by Trekman
Tue Aug 27, 2019 9:50 am
Forum: Transportation & Lodging
Topic: Leaving from Copper Harbor but want to hike Windigo to RH
Replies: 2
Views: 2727

Leaving from Copper Harbor but want to hike Windigo to RH

Planning a trip for next summer (Early, i know) but am wondering if there is an efficient way to get from Copper Harbor to Windigo. Everything i have read sounds like going from Windigo to RH is the best way to see the entire island and it would be nice to end at RH before catching our ferry back to...
by Trekman
Thu Jul 18, 2019 8:47 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Late August 5 night - 6 day Trip!
Replies: 4
Views: 2190

Re: Late August 5 night - 6 day Trip!

Hey there, we will be coming from Copper Harbor and are experienced backpackers. Looking for the best spots on the island. Not saving time for fishing but interested in Side hikes. There are 4 of us total
by Trekman
Wed Jul 17, 2019 3:19 pm
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Late August 5 night - 6 day Trip!
Replies: 4
Views: 2190

Late August 5 night - 6 day Trip!

Looking for an itinerary for a 5 night, 6 day trip starting at Rock Harbor. My group is experienced and we are all in above average shape.

Any suggestions/sample itinerary would be appreciated!