May 8, 2025 Day 2 of the Shenandoah Section Hike. Plan for day was 8.1 miles to Pinefield Hut with couple of big climbs.
The day was highlighted by wildflowers and mountain laurels in bloom, a view and a stop at a empty ranger station for break and water.
Got into Pinefield Hut and did not like the designated options for the tent so I found a spot near a stream so I could hear the water all night. Shared the shelter area with a thru hiker couple Bird watcher and Grouse thru hikers form Michigan and a section hiker.
Rain was expected so dinner was done early and in the tent at 7 pm with rain. My hiker day are usually done at 7pm and on the trail by 7 am
Stats for the day: 9.17 miles, 1653 total ascent, 6hr 03 min, ave speed 1.5 mph
Adventures of an AT Section hiker "Mapless" 