Just What I Wanted

To start…. I was looking for a fun time with my 21 yr old son who is ready to move on to bigger and better backpacking adventures. So at 55 yrs old I decided in March, 2015 (after some serious internet research) that Maine Huts and Trails could provide me (a rookie backpacker) with a fun adventure with my son. Our trip started on July 31st and ended August 3rd, 2015. Needless to say after 4 black and blue toenails and blisters I can still say our adventure exceeded all expectations. The Huts and their crews (Flagstaff & Grand Falls) were just what the "doctor ordered". Props to Garrett, Scott, Megan, and Seth @ Flagstaff. We stayed there 2 nights and met all 4. They were helpful, intelligent and really good cooks. Props also go to Nate and Sarah @ Grand Falls (our stay here was sandwiched in between the Flagstaff nights). We were lucky enough to be their only guests the evening we were there and they were also most helpful, intelligent, good cooks but most importantly they were like family. We encouraged them to dine with us and we had great fun interacting with each other. Beyond the huts……. The trails were great, well marked, but at times challenging for my old bones (with a 20+ backpack). Our only wish of seeing a moose or two didn’t happen but watching bald eagles over Flagstaff Lake was very cool. I would encourage anybody to experience this gem. My goal will be to go to all 4 huts in the near future. Thanks again for so much fun – Paul