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After traveling to the general area of Springer (it doesnt have to be right at Amicalola) Id like to find an overnight stay at a place that offers a shuttle to the approach trail after breakfast the morning I start my thru. The Hiker Hostel looks good. Any other alternatives out there?
Hikes in Rain
01-18-2011, 07:34
The Lodge at Amacalola is pretty amazing. Good night's stay in a nice room, buffet breakfast, and it's a couple of hundred yards (?) to the trail. You're also at the head of the falls.
MkBibble
01-18-2011, 10:36
i know you asked for "alternatives", but if you haven't stayed there before, you should really experience the Hiker Hostel. of course, you could also stay at mountain crossings.
Lone Wolf
01-18-2011, 10:38
of course, you could also stay at mountain crossings.
that's the last place i would stay. it's a dirty dungeon
Sierra Echo
01-18-2011, 10:43
Go stay at the Len Foote Hike Inn. Springer is only 4.5 miles from there!
They have awesome food!! You get served dinner and breakfast there!
http://hike-inn.com/default.asp
max patch
01-18-2011, 11:04
If you aren't driving to Springer I think its impossible to beat the price the HH charges for pickup, lodging, and shuttle.
The Hike Inn is a good choice as long you make a reservation, can arrive at AFSP by the required time, and don't mind spending $100 for the night.
CrumbSnatcher
01-18-2011, 11:08
how about the free shelter behind the visitor center and then breakfest at the lodge above the falls
It"ll probably be the HH or Lodge since it may be dark by the time I get there. Thanks.
chiefduffy
01-19-2011, 10:22
Sometimes one of Amicalola's fine cabins are available down by the visitor center, at the bottom of the falls. Worked for me.
swamp dawg
01-19-2011, 10:32
I use Hiker Hostel which is very clean and they feed you a great breakfast. After breakfast, they will shuttle to the near the top of Springer or to the approach trail in the park. I find HH a great start to my AT journey.
bigcranky
01-19-2011, 18:21
Hiker Hostel: meet other thru-hikers, get a great breakfast with the group, get a ride to the start of the trail.
Lodge at AFSP: great view from your room, great buffet breakfast, other hikers are around but you don't get the same "group" feeling. Walk out the door and start hiking north, no shuttle needed.
FritztheCat
01-19-2011, 19:37
I'm staying at the Hiker Hostel. Should be awesome!
Speakeasy TN
01-22-2011, 20:15
Go stay at the Len Foote Hike Inn. Springer is only 4.5 miles from there!
They have awesome food!! You get served dinner and breakfast there!
http://hike-inn.com/default.asp
Super place and people! You may as well stay in an interesting place, because you (WE) won't sleep!
I really enjoyed my stay with Josh and Leigh Saint at the Hiker Hostel in Dahlonega.
Pic: http://outdoors.webshots.com/photo/2640264190059664855kbEczH
Sierra Echo
01-22-2011, 22:17
Super place and people! You may as well stay in an interesting place, because you (WE) won't sleep!
I actually stopped by the Hike Inn today. I did the 11 mile loop that takes you up the hike inn trail and then back down the AT approach trail. I never get tired of that place!
Snake Farm
01-26-2011, 19:30
I keep calling the Hiker Hostel but no one answers. I usually call after 6. Do they not answer after a certain time?
Snake Farm
01-26-2011, 19:59
Nevermind, they picked up. Sent out my reservation for 3/29! yeeeehaw!
Grizzz, try their online reservation - at least they'll have a record of what you need, etc, and it might speed the response.
Snake Farm
01-26-2011, 22:10
Yeah, I just wanted to call and see if they were all booked up yet or not. Thankfully, Josh told me they werent. So I sent out my online reservation. Anyone know how they contact you? Email or phone?