One last thought…assuming the algal bloom dissipates, would it be worth making it to Chickenbone West on day 2? My thinking is this will shorten the hike to Moskey on day 3 giving us a better chance to secure a spot of our choosing. I’ve also heard the trail down to Hatchet isn’t the best. So the ...

What a coincidence Buckeye, my girlfriend and I are flying out of Hancock too. See you on the plane.

Thanks everyone for the advice. We’ve decided to go with Desor S > Hatchet > Moskey > RH. Can’t wait.

Awesome, dcclark! Do you recommend Tobin Harbor trail over the Rock Harbor one?

Thanks hooky! From Moskey, what are your thoughts on getting back on the Greenstone at DF to see Mt Ojibway and Franklin? Worth the additional mileage to RH?

Hi everyone,

I will be headed to IR for the first time in less than a month! I am super pumped and have been prepping for a while now. I am doing a thru hike from Windigo to RH, and am having trouble deciding on a final route. Here are the potential options:


1. Windigo > Desor S 2. Desor S > W ...