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Four of us will be section hiking SOBO from Hampton TN to Erwin in September. Any information about Wilder Mine campsite would be appreciated. We generally stay in the shelters, but there isn't a...

Thank you for the information.

Any updates on water supplies Thornton Gap to Harper's Ferry? Particularly in SNP?

Much appreciated!

I was worried about the ankles turning. So far it has not been a problem. I've found that I can regain my balance much more quickly with the trail runners so i can unweight the turned foot more...

Thanks to all for the helpful information. We are planning on Bear's Den Hostel to break up the roller coaster. Had not thought about sending resupply box there. Thanks!

I meant Thornton Gap to Harper's Ferry! Guess it would be quite an accomplishment to go from Newfound Gap to Harper's Ferry in 7 days!!!

We plan to start at Thornton Gap, near Luray VA. Did the section from Rockfish Gap to Thornton Gap 3 years ago, and now want to go back and finish Shenandoah. When I posted, I guess I forgot the...

Good for you! I agree that the shelters can be nasty, but i prefer just carrying a tarp for emergencies only. Saving the weight helps the knees and toes! I also found having shoes big enough...

Info. needed re: this section, including the infamous Roller Coaster. Daughter in law and I are planning to do this section next August. Easier northbound or southbound? Water sources usually good...

We just did it in 6 days (four women ages 55-70). We thought we would have enjoyed it more with one more day, but it was definitely doable in that time.

We hiked Fontana to Davenport Gap Sept. 7-12. Mollies and Russell Shelters were both dry. Derrick had water. Ekaneetlee Gap was good, but look carefully for the blue blaze on the tree! Birch...

Thank you!

Can you be more specific? How do we get from AT to Ekaneetlee Gap water source? We are NB.

We are hiking AT from Fontana Dam to Davenport Gap the week after Labor Day. I called the backcountry office yesterday and was told that Mollies Ridge shelter spring is dry. Russell and Spence are...

Do you happen to know if parking is safe and available at the NOC Wesser?

Thanks to everyone! Great suggestions that will help us plan. Excited to see this beautiful area!

I appreciate the detail. We are just starting to plan and the logistics are more difficult than we expected, coming from Florida and both of us "flatlanders". Since you live in that area, can you...

Planning a section hike through GSMNP in Sept. Would like advice as to the best way to go through, northbound or southbound? Will need to fly in to Knoxville or Asheville. Thanks!

ive used paracord, but the stores like Home Depot and Lowes sell other lightweight nylon cord by the foot cheaper than the fabric stores. I always make my stuff sacks. I use one color for anything...

I became ill after 9 days hiking the AT in Shenandoah: fever 103.5, headache, chills, lethargy. Doc started Doxy (antibiotic) immediately, then ordered lots of tests. Most likely a false positive...

Thank you! Looking forward to a great hike!

Planning to hike AT through SNP next week. Have a drop off for Rockfish Gap. Need to know where is the easiest place for them to drop us off. thanks!

Thanks for the post! I will also be hiking from Rockfish Gap to Front Royal starting the Friday after Labor Day. Good to hear that the water is flowing!

Interesting information about SNP. I'm planning to hike from Rockfish Gap to Front Royal right after Labor Day. Really excited and appreciate all the info on WB.

Good idea! I am a 64 yr old retired teacher, living in FL. Not the best location for backpacking training... So far I have completed the AT section from Damascus to Troutdale, Harper's Ferry to...