Consider the weather, trail difficulty, and your level of fittness, as well as the level of fitness for everyone that you will be hiking with. Be reasonable, turn back before people are exhausted. Stay On Trails. Since 1963, there have been fifteen fatalities on Katahdin and countless lost-person injuries. Stay Together as a Group, traveling only as fast as the slowest member.
Most problems are the result of individuals attempting to travel alone.
Use Common Sense. Foolish mistakes can lead to tragic results. Travel safely in the mountains, and carry home happy memories.