Today we hiked into the Blood Mountain Wilderness  (I can only imagine the terrifying story behind that name). The trail passed across  a road and parking lot high in the mountains.  A bunch of day hikers were out to hike to Preachers ledge ( I think that is what its...

Hiked up Blood Mountain today. The ascent was gradual but long. Great view from the top before a treacherous, steep descent down. We ended at Mountain Crossing Outfitter. There was a tree outside full of boots/shoes that people throw up when they decide to give up and...