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4am wake up today, got up and packed up the tent one last final time. We walked into Baxter state park with Mr Soul and then broke off and walked along the Penobscot River and then the Nesowadnehunk Stream. Saw an osprey flying over the pristine waters and then a yearling bear as we passed big Niagara Falls. We got to Katahdin stream campground and registered as hikers to summit with the ranger. Took a drink from Katahdin Stream and started our 5 mile ascent. Steep but well maintained trail to start through the trees but once we passed tree line it was all rock scrambles. It was a steep slow mile up to “tableland” where we cruised up the final 1.5 miles of the AT. We crested a final ridge and saw the iconic sign above welcoming us. I took a moment before heading up to the crowded summit to reflect on the accomplishment and pushed on, one last time. We celebrated at top with another thru hiker as several day hikers watched the emotion in awe. We hung out for over an hour and then descended down Abol trail. It was steep and unforgiving but we were done. We both were swept with exhaustion halfway down but made it to the trailhead and hitched to a restaurant and then into Millinocket for the night. Many reflections to come but for now, we rest and we eat. Thanks for following along!

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