Hey all,
Planning a NOBO thru hike in 2018..
It is my understanding that when it comes to camping, you have to stay in a designated area, which usually has a shelter. I am looking for clarification, is there a place to set up your tent at each designated spot? So miles per day need to depend on where the next shelter is? If one is looking to not spend money on hostels, hotels, or even in a shelter (I get that after so many nights on the floor, a change will be nice) can they camp on the trail? It seems from the reading I have done that hikers spend more nights in shelters/hostels/hotels than in their tents, tarps, etc. Can anyone clarify this..?