The first day of November was just gorgeous! Highs in the upper 60s, full sunshine, and a great day for a hike. The little one was on fall break, so Eric & I took a day of vacation and we headed to the mountains.
The waterfalls and rivers were a plenty, which is usual along the trail. The sound of the water running with the colorful foliage did wonders to reduce stress and refresh the soul.
We met quite a few through-hikers just starting on the Foothills Trail. We wished them all well, and were grateful for our small daypacks that just held a little water and some snacks.
Our destination was Pinnacle Mountain, and specifically, Bald Knob. It was one of my favorite lookout points along the Foothills Trail. The hike is rated as strenuous, but we found it to be slightly easier and would call it "difficult". The in & out 3.6 mile route didn't disappoint.
It was the first hike that our little one has been on since spraining her hip muscles, and she did great! I think she may have enjoyed it the most.
