I'm planning a NOBO section hike of SNP in ~5 days and would like input on logistics getting on/off the trail and coordinating back to/from the nearest airport. I've noticed several posts that mention renting a car and dropping it, but I've not had any luck finding information on shuttling or guide services. I would rather use a pickup/drop-off shuttle service to get to/from the park if they are available and reasonably priced. If I have to rent a car and drop it, are there any shuttles I can hire out to take me to the other end of the park?
I'm open to any recommendations y'all might have in regards to coordinating logistics - Here are the questions that I need your help on, if I've left off anything feel free to add:
- What's the best way to manage getting from the closest major airport to the trail (rent a car or are there shuttles/guides that I can hire out for a pickup/dropoff)?
- Is there any place close to the trail that I can stay at the end of my travel-day, and the day I come off the trail?
- I'd like to pick up my permits the day before I start the hike (on my travel day), is there one place over another I should arrange to pick them up?
Thanks so much for your help!
Clay