Bondcliff & West Bond (L to R)
It’s always difficult to decide which peaks to bag as I have a large amount left. With this hike however, I picked peaks that have been very highly recommended to me, the three peaks that make up the “Bonds”. This also let me stay within the Pemigewasset Wilderness, my go-to White Mountains area and a place I plan on redlining. One of the things I love about the Pemi is the remoteness of some of it yet it is still close to 93 and a quick hop back to civilization when you get out. It also has some great camping options if you backpack. On Friday night, I got the last walk-in spot at Hancock Campground, and posted up for the night. I knew that the area would be busy due to “Flags on the 48”; a tribute to those lost on 9/11 where hikers sign up to climb each of the 48 4,000 footers with a flag and raise it from 12-2pm.
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