Episode 52: The Presidential Traverse

Join us as we tackle the legendary Presidential Traverse in New Hampshire’s White Mountains, a demanding hut-to-hut backpacking adventure across rugged alpine terrain, multiple 4,000-foot peaks, and more than 18 miles of exposed ridgeline. From a steep, rainy climb to Madison Springs Hut and summiting Mt. Madison, to foggy, high-wind traverses over Mt. Adams, Mt. Jefferson, and the iconic Mt. Washington, to a long, technical descent past Lakes of the Clouds Hut, Mt. Eisenhower, Mt. Pierce, and Mt. Jackson, this episode shares real trail stories, navigation challenges, zero-visibility hiking, nutrition lessons, and hard-earned planning tips for one of the most challenging hikes in the Northeast. We also dive into Appalachian Mountain Club hut history, extreme White Mountains weather, and what we’d do differently next time — making this a must-listen for hikers planning the Presidential Traverse, New England backpacking trips, or any big mountain endurance adventure. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music / Audible, and iHeartRadio!   Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mile20podcast?igsh=MWt4ZWhmbWw1MHM4dg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr   Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1H4M4PGB9R/?mibextid=wwXIfr