"A" Hike October 10 Zealand and Hale

Three hikers, Pam, Larry and Doug, hiked Zealand (4260) and Hale (4055) on Thursday. We started at the end of Zealand Rd, went by Zealand Hut, which was still open for business, and up to the summit of Zealand. There were brief views of spectacular foliage colors. On the way down, we stopped at Zeacliff to enjoy great views to the northeast and east. We could see the Presidentials and the valley near Whitefield. The colors were terrific. As we were heading down toward the Zealand Hut, we took a left onto Lend-A-Hand trail to climb to the Hale summit. There weren't any views along this trail nor the descent back to Zealand Rd.

The picture below is of Pam and Doug at Zeacliff. Mt Carrigain is in the background.