I'm new to the AT and this is a tough question to narrow down using the "search" on this site.
How common is it in the southern half of the trail to loose your way after a road crossing?
Is the other side of the road well marked with a white blaze?
Do you need a map to help you know if you need to travel left or right for a while?
I'm thinking about downloading maps. Traveling NOBO from Springer. thanks