✅ Our second trail of the Northeast Ultra 8: The Devil’s Path. 28 miles and nearly 10,000 feet of elevation gain made for an intense day. But the dry conditions, good scenery, and great company were all wonderful. It’s so cool to see Todd attack this challenge with gusto, and walk away having learned new lessons to apply each time.

A person wearing a headlamp holds a sign reading Mile 38 Elka Park NY Prediger Trailhead The Devil’s Path Northeast Ultra 8 Hike 2/8 in a dimly lit outdoor area near an information board. Trees stand tall against a vibrant sunset sky with hues of orange and pink filtering through dense forest foliage creating a serene natural atmosphere. Person lying horizontally inside a narrow rock crevice, wearing a red cap and blue jacket, surrounded by a forest floor with scattered stones and foliage. A person stands holding hiking poles silhouetted against a vibrant sunset on a mountain trail surrounded by lush trees and overlooking an expansive landscape. A densely forested hill sits under a vibrant evening sky with scattered clouds and a fading sunset casting a warm glow across the landscape. Two hikers smiling in the forest while one holds a hiking pole and the other makes a peace sign wearing colorful jackets and backpacks surrounded by trees and rocks. White flowers with pink centers bloom among green leaves and a fallen branch in a forest setting, surrounded by dried leaves on the ground. A winding tree root grows over moss-covered rocks, partially obscuring a path through a dense forest. A pink item is visible among the rocks, adding color to the scene. A dense forest covers a hilly landscape with evergreens and deciduous trees at dusk. The sky above displays soft pastel hues from the setting sun, adding warmth to the scene. A hiker wearing a red cap and blue long-sleeve shirt stands on a rocky forest trail holding a hiking pole surrounded by green trees with mountains visible in the background. A person stands on a rocky ledge holding a trekking pole amidst lush green forest with branches overhead. They wear a red cap and hiking attire. A large rock formation with moss and lichen creates a narrow passage beneath. A small red disc with unreadable text is attached to a rock. Surrounding tall trees provide a green canopy. A person in outdoor attire points at a tree marked with a red circular sign reading “Private” while hiking in a dense forest. A tall metal fire lookout tower stands on a grassy hill beside a small brown wooden cabin surrounded by dense evergreen trees under an overcast sky.