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JustADude
12-14-2011, 14:30
Looking for a shuttle from Neels Gap to Springer Approach in 2012.
May leave the car at Neels or if there is a better place (hostle, outfitter, etc.) please let me know.
P.M. me for dates and such...thanks a ton...
Studentpreacher
12-14-2011, 14:47
I am looking to do the same thing on a relaxed 4 day if I include the approach. Thanks for the post, I look forward to sharing the info...
Sierra Echo
12-14-2011, 15:05
They won't let you leave your car at Mountain Crossings. You gotta park at the Byron Reese Trail head.
OldManWalking
12-14-2011, 15:29
Or reverse direction and leave the car at amicalola falls State Park at the south end of the approach trail. Good long term parking area in front of the park office.
JustADude
12-14-2011, 22:00
They won't let you leave your car at Mountain Crossings. You gotta park at the Byron Reese Trail head.
Can you leave a vehicle at Byron Reese Trail head for multiple days or do you have to take it all the way up to Vogel State Park? I was planning to leave the vehicle for 3 days.
Wasn't wanting to hike it SoBo, but more and more that is looking like the only option.
Sierra Echo
12-14-2011, 22:10
Can you leave a vehicle at Byron Reese Trail head for multiple days or do you have to take it all the way up to Vogel State Park? I was planning to leave the vehicle for 3 days.
Wasn't wanting to hike it SoBo, but more and more that is looking like the only option.
You can leave it at Byron Reese for multiple days. Just make sure its in a parking space or you will get a ticket.
you can leave a vehicle at Byron Reece with no problem for several days. Contact mountain crossings or Hiker Hostel for shuttle options.
max patch
12-14-2011, 22:46
You can park at BR assuming there is a parking spot to had.
Every time I plan to park there I always have a backup hike planned in case the lot is full. For you, I'd suggest you know how to get to Lake Winfield Scott from Neels and how to hike from there to Blood. Or park at AFSP. Safer parking there anyway.
JustADude
12-16-2011, 18:24
Based on all the good feedback it sounds like I need to be looking for a shuttle from Amicalola Falls State Park (AFSP) to Neels Gap and will be planning to leave the car at AFSP and hike SoBo.
Thanks again for all the good feedback.
hikingshoes
12-25-2011, 07:43
you can leave a vehicle at Byron Reece with no problem for several days. Contact mountain crossings or Hiker Hostel for shuttle options.
I called Neels Gap for a shuttle and some dude wanted $90.00 dollars to shuttle use from Neels Gap to Springer(trail head). I think im going to call around.HYOH,HS
That is a good rate. That road will wear out a car in no time Good luck in finding a cheeper one.. You can always beg----
hikingshoes
12-25-2011, 13:16
That is a good rate. That road will wear out a car in no time Good luck in finding a cheeper one.. You can always beg----
Merry Christmas to you too.I wasnt begging,just looking for a better deal and if there isnt one so be it...HS
generoll
12-25-2011, 14:35
yup, better jump on it.
bigcranky
12-25-2011, 15:33
$90 is a pretty good deal. It's only 30 trail miles, but the road miles are a lot longer, and some of it is rough roads if you want to start at the top of Springer. Not a bad idea to call around, but don't be surprised if the rates are similar.
Lyte-w8-hyker
12-25-2011, 15:41
I plan on doing the exact same hike in early april, if you want to split the shuttle cost that would save us both money
mmais68569
12-25-2011, 20:12
I would check with Hiker Hostel I used them this fall. I do not remember what the cost was but L AM SURE IT WAS NO WHERE NEAR THE $90. They will take you all the way to the top you just need to back track 9/10 of a mile to the start. Here is their number (770)312-7342.
Mike ( Mr. Mean)
If you are still looking for a ride let me know - let me know your dates, too.
WalkinEagle
03-05-2012, 16:43
Try Ron Brown, he's very helpful and has always been reasonable with prices.
706.669.0919