Murray Property to Wayawanda Shelter – 18.5 miles
Another pretty long day for me. I was determined to maximize my time even though by now I was feeling pretty sore. I got a slow start from the warmth of the Murray Cabin, enjoyed the Wallkill Preserve and Pochuck Creek suspension footbridge after crossing Pochuck Mountain. The climb up the rocks of Wayawanda Mountain was very difficult for me, and once reaching the top I debated whether i had it in me to go the last 3.6 miles to the shelter. I pressed on, reaching the shelter after dark and a bit delirious and out of water. I remember being afraid I’d miss the shelter in the dark so I started yelling as I approached it, hoping someone there would come and guide me in, which didn’t happen but there was a very friendly older man named Bruce there who’s company I did not mind.
Wherever I May Roam 