Sunday October 7 hiking trip Mt Osceola

[Dreepa]

I am thinking about taking a hike up Mt Osceola.
It would be about a 8 mile rountrip hike  with 2000 feet of elevation gain.  I won't be bring my trusty sidekick as I heard that the trail is not super kid friendly.

Anyone interested?

My plan would be to drive up early Sunday morning... hike... lunch at the top hang around (the peak is supposed to have great foliage views)... then hike down.

I am not a fast hiker but steady.

[sticky]

I want to go!

[Dreepa]

ok

Once people chime in (if they do)  we should figure on where everyone is and take as few cars as possible.

[Vote Tyler Stearns]

Hey Dreepa:

Are you an experienced hiker?  Osceola (4,326') is a Class 5 (most difficult) hike.  My husband's experience that he wanted to pass along is that there are some very rocky stretches from about 3/4 up to the summit...often have to use hands to pull yourself up. Dress appropriately because it could be very cold at the summit and there's no water. 

360 degree views from the top are AWESOME!  No views on the way up, though - just trees and rocks!

He suggested if you do Osceola you should also hike over to East Peak, which is across the ridge about a mile away. 

Cool things happening in the Valley 10/6-7 - Fall Foliage Festival, ski & snowboard swap, etc.  Check out the schedule of events here:  http://www.waterville.com/info/events/calendarevent.fall.item.asp?theme=summer

Since you're going to be in our neck of the woods...you're more than welcome to stop by our pad for some frosty cold beverages following your hike.  Sorry we can't join you...we're too lazy and out of shape (well...I am...hubbie just doesn't want to hike Osceola again!).

[Dreepa]

Hey Dreepa:

Are you an experienced hiker?  Osceola (4,326') is a Class 5 (most difficult) hike.  My husband's experience that he wanted to pass along is that there are some very rocky stretches from about 3/4 up to the summit...often have to use hands to pull yourself up. Dress appropriately because it could be very cold at the summit and there's no water. 

360 degree views from the top are AWESOME!  No views on the way up, though - just trees and rocks!

He suggested if you do Osceola you should also hike over to East Peak, which is across the ridge about a mile away. 

Cool things happening in the Valley 10/6-7 - Fall Foliage Festival, ski & snowboard swap, etc.  Check out the schedule of events here:  http://www.waterville.com/info/events/calendarevent.fall.item.asp?theme=summer

Since you're going to be in our neck of the woods...you're more than welcome to stop by our pad for some frosty cold beverages following your hike.  Sorry we can't join you...we're too lazy and out of shape (well...I am...hubbie just doesn't want to hike Osceola again!).

Hmmm thanks.

Yeah I am pretty experienced.  Is it rock climbing crazy or just scrambling on rocks?
I will do some more reading on it.  I figured I wouldn't bring the 6 year old on this trip although he is a good hiker.

[Vote Tyler Stearns]

Not rock climbing, but some 'challenging' scrambling.  If you're an experienced hiker, then don't worry. 

[Dreepa]

Thanks.. I still will read about it thoroughly before I go... preplanning and all..

[CNHT]

Thanks.. I still will read about it thoroughly before I go... preplanning and all..

What, you're skipping a party?