First Stop Appalachian Trail
Not having much choice I continued on Route 4 looking for someone or someplace to ask directions to the resort. I blame myself because I didn’t take the time to map out the route first and use OnStar as back-up. I hadn’t gone too far when I saw a sign for the Appalachian Trail.
Pulling into the lot I found a text had come in from my sister. Seeing that reminded me that when on vacation you don’t get lost, you sight see.
My respects to Geraldine Largay
I was still without a cell signal so I checked out my location. On the right side of the road was a trail shelter for hikers. Slowly it dawned on me that this must be the section of the trail where Hiker Geraldine Largay got lost. The search for her and the eventual recovery of her remains were the subject of a couple of episodes of North Woods Law. Her story is very tragic. https://www.nytimes.com/2016/05/27/us/missing-hiker-geraldine-largay-appalachian-trail-maine.html?_r=0 It especially hit me because she was hiking alone, something I often find myself doing as well.
As I sat thinking about that I remembered one of the things that hindered the search was that there was no cell service. Geraldine couldn’t call for help and the wardens couldn’t “ping” her phone. No sense waiting here then, it’s back on the road..
The Suds and Sizzle
My next stop was at a little laundry and tanning place. The sign said open but no one was around. I must say, it looked far cleaner and well maintained than the laundromats in my area. We could take a lesson. I didn’t linger. I could see the afternoon shadows getting longer.
Dallas Hill
A mile or so after leaving the Suds and Sizzle I spotted an scenic overlook. Up until now there were only glimpses of the lake through the trees. At the overlook was a gorgeous view of Lake Rangeley.
It reminded me of looking out over Lake George, where I grew up. I also could get a cell signal so immediately called the resort.
Maggie answered and told me to fear not, I was almost there. Continue on the way I was going, I would pass the IGA grocery store and then the Main lodge would be on my left. 
Sure enough. It was right there!
I have arrived
Maggie had me checked in in no time. There are so many amenities they will take up another post.
I have a lovely 3 bedroom cabin all my own for the next 7 days.I have a pile of maps and even a list of moose watching locations. This is going to be great!
Hooray you made it! Looking forward to know what you have planned for this trip. Seeing a moose sounds exciting. Have you ever been fortunate to see one in the wild before?
I have seen a moose in the wild before. When we went to Alaska in 2013 we saw one running along the roadside. Also a mama moose had her calf at the resort where we stayed. You could get glimpses of her and the calf but they stayed pretty well hidden. We never got a really clear look.
I had a little sneak peek at the resort’s website after I read your post, sorry. Those images of the cabins and it’s out door scenery is magnificent. Currier & Ives stuff for sure.
No need to be sorry. I think it’s great that you checked out the website. I do love this cabin.
Ah too bad you had to be there all by yourself. 🙂 However I am sure you are having a great time. See ya. Love the pictures.
There are plenty of places that Mom could have hiked too. Not to mention a fitness center (which I didn’t use) so I don’t think anyone would ahve been bored. I saw the Bowling alley too. It’s called Moose Alley and the Rock, Roll and Bowl. 🙂