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HAYDUKE TRAIL

HDT Day 9: Zero Day at Needles Outpost

ByPurple Haze Posted onApril 12, 2019September 22, 2025

Daily Miles: 0, Total Miles: 101.6

I woke up to a crackling, icy tent but the skies were clear. Once the sun came up, it warmed up to maybe the mid-50’s. A leisurely two cups of coffee morning.

Needles Outpost

Got an assortment of goodies (easy to do on a tab) from the store for today’s meals. The store had a pretty good wireless connection for $5 per day so was able to connect to family. Caleb and Amber, who have the concession here, have been very friendly and helpful.

Rinsed the red dirt out of a few clothing items, popped a blister and even took a shower myself. Well worth the $3 token.

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