Still Not Easy Well, I’m out of New Hampshire and the White Mountains, but that doesn’t mean it’s smooth sailing.  In fact, southern Maine is frequently considered the second most difficult section of the Appalachian Trail, after the Whites. The climbs aren’t quite as steep and bouldering, but they’re still high. Mountains include Baldpate, the Saddlebacks, and the Bigelows. When you tie in frequent rain, the daily hike can really be a grind. Because it’s been so rare, ...