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Wow, this is very helpful. The duffel bag is a great idea. I'll look into the travel suggestions above. Atkins is not set in stone, just a possible jumping off point :-).

Hi Gang,

I am planning to start my 3 week section hike in Erwin, Tn April 15th and leaving the trail around Atkins, VA?? (still trying to figure out how far I'll get in 3 weeks, but I think...

Hi,

I came across the National Geographic Topo maps which I thought looked helpful. But in the specs it says the copyright is 2015. Are these too out of date?
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About how long did it take you to do this trek??

Hi Everyone,

I am going to do a 3 week section hike starting April 15th 2019. I would either start from Springer Mountain and hike 21 days (then try to figure a good place to jump off the trail)...

Thanks Captain Panda, that was very useful info! A number of people suggested starting in Erwin, TN. I'm thinking that might be a better starting point. Would the weather still be as challenging...

Couple questions about starting in Springer middle of April or on May 1st:

What low temps would we expect that time of the year? I'd rather not freeze by buns off the whole time :-)
How...

What area would you consider the Northern Boarder of the GSMNP?

So many great options to look at! I am so excited to take my first step on the AT!

My current plan is to start at Harper's Ferry and head north. Thought I'd see if anyone had some suggestions before I committed to flights etc. I appreciate all your insight!

If you only had 3 weeks to hike the AT trail in either April or May, what section of the trail would you hike and which month?

Do you need to set up shuttles ahead of time, or can you contact them a day or so out?

Thanks

Thanks for all your responses. This gives me something to chew on. I don't plan on pushing it and assumed I'd walk around 8 mpd starting out and if I make more than that - yae for me. I want it...

I am planning on meeting up with a friend in Harper's Ferry to attend the Flip Flop Festival April 27-28th, and then start our hike North on the AT. My friend is planning to hike on thru to Maine...