Search:

I backpacked the AT/Crest Trail loop the weekend before last with my daughter. The springs were dry except for the spring near Rhododendron Gap (including the one near Thomas Knob). There was...

Cabin Flats (Site 49 I think) would offer great fly fishing and nice water opportunities at the campsite. It's probably 5 miles from the trailhead but fairly easy hike without too much elevation. No...

Art Loeb Trail near Brevard NC is 30 miles. Fantastic trail.

I would second the Art Loeb/Shining Rock Wilderness area off the Blue Ridge Parkway. It's been toasty in NC so the 5,000 foot elevation makes a difference for enjoyable hiking. Lots of great day...

Maybe things have changed but I think you could feel more comfortable about leaving a car off skyline drive in SNP. More traffic and park personnel on skyline drive. I hear about more issues with...

Thanks Cbxx for confirming our thoughts and making it easier to set those areas aside. Hopefully next time.

If you are interested in fishing for trout, the AT through Shenandoah National Park and Great Smoky Mountains National Park are going to offer great opportunities. There will be similar...

My wife and I are considering a week long trip to Northern New Mexico in July. It will primarily be a hiking trip with some backcountry fly fishing. We will also try spend an evening/partial day or...

If the temps will be nice you should also consider Art Loeb trail in Shining Rock Wilderness (off the Blue Ridge Parkway) or Roan Highlands. Both are high elevation with few trees so the views are...

Dudeijuststarted

I hiked a few sections of the Foothills Trail over the holiday. There was water in the small streams although low. This is a great time for the FHT. I encountered one thru...

Panthertown Valley near Cashiers, NC would be a great place. Took one of my daughters on her first overnight there. It has endless trails, stream, waterfalls and nice views. Lots of options.

Agree with locations noted by Tennessee Viking. You can also access the AT at Grayson Highlands State Park in Virginia in almost the identical time and distance.

I've used the MSR Mugmate for years and have been very pleased. It's very lightweight and makes a strong cup of coffee similar to a French press.

If you do Newfound Gap to Davenport Gap in GSMNP I think you will mostly likely need to stay in shelters which may or may not be desirable and you will need to get permits.

Depending on where your...

I don't have personal experience but I have heard good things about Outdoor 76 in Franklin, NC with respect to shoe fitting. http://www.outdoor76.com/ Given that their location is a week or two...

My in-laws live in Upstate SC and I've spent a lot of time hiking the area the past 6 years. Based on my experience, I doubt spring break hikers would be an issue. Only exception would be the...

I think one of the recent The Trail Show podcasts covered this trail. Definitely worth checking out for 5 to 10 minutes of Q&A on the trail.

The Solemates sums it up perfectly. For high-level information about the trails in the area (there are tons of them) check out http://sctrails.net/Trails/ALLTRAILS/Hiking/Upcountry/UPCOUNTRY.html. ...

I've not backpacked the area but I've spent a lot of time hiking the area and fishing the Chatooga River which runs through it. Very pretty area. The trail network is not extensive if you were...

Thanks for the responses everyone. Some good information and links there.

Mags- I really appreciate the time and effort you spend posting content and generally sharing knowledge of backpacking...

Any Colorado locals regularly post here? Wife and I are heading to RMNP end of next week for our 10 year anniversary (leaving next Friday). We're staying in Estes Park and will be day-hiking with...

I know. Sounds like the plans of an 18 year old when I'm actually in my 40s. I left a 4 day window for this trip (Sun to Wed) to account for weather and a better schedule but unfortunately my...

Thanks for all the responses. I am aware of the websites which do have great info. Wish I was there today as it was 57 with visibility of 55 miles.

I'm prepared for (and okay with) the crowds...

Long-time appreciator of the site but first time poster. Thanks in advance for any responses. I'm traveling to Bristol, Rhode Island for a family wedding this weekend. My brother and I have always...