Loop hike late October to mid November....

[colorado_rob]

After lots of thought comparing various trails (like the Ozark Highlands Trail and Ouachita trail), I think I've decided to do a BMT/AT loop hike starting next week. I keep hearing great things about the BMT, thought I'd hike at least part of it, doing a nice loop from Neel Gap to Fontana on the BMT, then back along the AT to Neel gap. Looks like about 290 miles or so.

Is this a reasonable loop in terms of "fun factor" versus something else in the area? I just found and booked a r/t to Atlanta for just over $200.... but this can easily be changed (free to do on SW air).

Any thoughts appreciated!