I want to pick up the AT at Wise Shelter, just south of the Scales, in Grayson Highlands State Park.This will be a two- or three-night trip on the AT, northbound.
Should I park at the State Park and hike down one of the park trails to Wise Shelter? Is it permissible (and safe) to leave a vehicle in the state park parking lot?
Or is it preferable or necessary to park in Damascus and arrange for a shuttle?