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Hiked up Buncombe to this spot a few years ago. Zero wind protection so make sure to strap down anything that might rattle during the night, like my tent zipper! Lol. Lots of thorns on the short...

Have hiked the Mountains through Pisgah for years now, usually in the middle of July. As long as you are above 2 or 3 thousand feet you’ll be just fine. Tons of wildlife and less people along the...

As of July 2016 when I hiked last year, Rock Gap shelter was in pretty rough shape. must have been victim to a fallen tree or branch. Leaking pretty heavily. It's close to the road and I saw several...

Hike into Franklin. It's after Dick's creek and before the NOC. It's an enjoyable hike, all the while still difficult. Don't let the terrain maps fool you, GA is strenuous! Hiking the approach trail...

Nice! Looking forward to the venture into the Smokies. This year will be Fontana through Hot Springs. Hiked Springer to Franklin last year. Have the section from Franklin to Fontana to makeup, but in...

Can't speak on the efficiency of other stations, only from my experience. I had no problems. Rode from Atlanta to Gainsville to get to the trailhead this past summer. Purchased my ticket weeks in...

I can totally understand where your coming from and what you want to accomplish. Originally, before my summer hike last year my goal was to to get to Erwin in 21 days. Lofty, but possible! The...

To clarify I was inquiring about the status of the Trail in this section. Obviously due to the fires.

"Relatively Speaking" I like to have an idea in my head. That's all.

Hiked from Springer to Franklin this past summer and plan on starting where I left off this upcoming summer. Not sure where my end destination would be this year, but at the very least I'd like to...

Despite what most on here would say, I completely understand your Bear concerns. The Statistics didn't mean much to me when I encountered 3,4 different 300 pound plus Bears this summer on my hike...

Nice! Best of luck to you. See ya out on the trail!

Springer Mountain to Erwin TN. I leave Friday. A newbie that's dang excited.

Thanks Glenlawson! I have looked into other options. Wasn't aware there was a shuttle that is still operating out of Dahlonega. I'm glad the driver's are open to supply stops. Will most likely pick...

Hey there. Future section hiker here. This July I'll be flying into Atlanta and from there I will be taking a bus into Gainesville GA. From Gainesville I will be taking a taxi to the visitor center....

Hello. First time section hiker here. This July I'll be hiking from Springer to Erwin TN. I have a couple questions. The first dealing with Bear Spray. Is Bear Spray becoming almost necessary, not...

That's good perspective.

Hello. First time section hiker here. I'll be starting at Springer and will finish in Erwin TN. I was curious as to what the pros and cons of starting a fire at camp each evening are. I've been on...

Was just looking for a general consensus. Summer conditions vary from year to year. Usually from extreme to most extreme. Looks like this year will is a hot one! Thanks for the reply.

Hi everyone. My name is Trevor. This July through August I'll be hiking from Springer Mountain to Erwin TN. I hike the Mountains of NC every summer, but haven't heard much as far as general reports...

This July I'll be hiking a section of the AT from Springer Mountain to Erwin TN. I have plenty of backpacking experience as it pertains to short hikes lasting up to 5 days. This experience will be...

This July I'll be hiking a section of the AT from Springer Mountain to Erwin TN. I want to complete this journey within a 21-24 day time period. My goal is to cover as many miles as I can by...

Good point. Thanks for the reply.

Hmm. Interesting. I guess it's just the inconsistent influx of overnight hikers. I've heard that mice are a problem in and around the shelters. To hell with that! Tent camping it is. Thanks for the...

Thank you sir! I will definitely plan ahead for a day or two off.