Very wet and cold this morning again. Low was back in the 30s but it warmed to 50. Saw a wild turkey today and several more deer. Also, saw many more Lady Slippers after the sun rose higher.
The rain stopped but the forest was soaked. The branches were hanging over the trail so as we walked through, we got as wet as if it were raining. I started the day with 2 shirts, fleece sweater, and rain coat plus long underwear, pants and rain pants. And gloves and a hat. By end of day, I was down to just the lightest of the two shirts. Below picture is when the sun came out and the clouds were still low.
We hiked to High Point State Park. Below is a picture of the monument to veterans. It is located at the highest point in New Jersey. From this view point, you are supposed to be able to see New York city on a clear day. It was clear but I could not see it.
After this, the trail turns South East, perpendicular to the direction we want. It is following the state line between New Jersey and New York. Thus, tonight we are actually in New York. But we won't be finished with New Jersey for a couple more days. Actually, this area includes the tri-state area of NJ, NY, and Pennsylvania.
We came down out of the mountains after High Point and walked across low lands, farms and swamps. In one area, we crossed a 0.4 mile boardwalk. It is made of 8x8" beams stacked 4 high in places to support the boardwalk.
In all, we hiked about 14.5 miles today. Wendy's aunt Esther met us in Unionville and took us to a motel. Wonderful! We just got back from dinner. Also wonderful. Not sure about tomorrow. Planned to hike but my leg was bad today and the weather forecast is not good tomorrow.
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