Hi all!
Well, the big 3-0 is upon me this year and I want to do something memorable. I have about two weeks, including travel time. I was looking at doing Harpers Ferry to Waynesboro around the middle of August or early September. I live in the flatlands and don't get to the mountains much so my pace isn't anything to write home about but I'm in good shape already and will be doing significant training before then.
The thing is, I want to take my time, within reason. I'd like to check out some side trails and see Old Rag. My research has shown that people average about six to eight days covering the park. Does this seem accurate?
Also, what can I expect for crowds during this time frame? Will I miss the thru bubble and the leaf watchers?
I'm coming from Florida so I'm also trying to figure out if it would be better to take the Amtrak to HF or the Greyhound to WB or if it would be quicker/easier/cheaper to just drive up, stash my car at one end and get a ride back to the car after I'm finished.