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MuddyWaters
07-15-2012, 13:56
Any good places to stealth camp after GSMNP but before I-40 nobo?

We want to do 20+ miles from Pecks, because son needs a 20+ mile day for hiking merit badge. But may not want to go all the way to Standing Bear. (23.5miles). Once out of the park , are there any places to tent in between Davenport gap and I-40?

WingedMonkey
07-15-2012, 14:09
State Line Branch Campsite, Mile and half past Davenport Gap.

MuddyWaters
07-15-2012, 14:15
Awols guide shows water there, but no existing campsite. Thx

Rain Man
07-15-2012, 15:01
You might ask Curtis at Standing Bear Farm. I be he'd know for sure. I hiked through there about 6 years ago and seem to remember several spots where people had set up tents. Plus, you have the banks of the Pigeon River where you might find a spot.

Rain Man

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