I hiked 36 miles on the BMT this week. It was a great section and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Sunday, I hiked from Unicoi Gap to Loss Creek campsite. It was an easy day, the only hard part was climbing out of Coker Creek campground. The spider webs were numerous and I kept thinking that no one has been through there since hikerboy and friends. Then I started seeing fresh trash on the trail and two mounds close to each other with TP on top of them. I never saw anyone. It thundered that night but didn't rain and the frogs were really loud.
Day 2 I hiked to Lost Creek campground. This section is very diverse and you hike from the forest to the viney, swamp-like area around Towee Creek, to the Hiwassee River. There was a lot of flat walking but it wasn't easy. It was hot and humid walking along the river. After stopping at Webb Brother's for a coke, I went on to Hiwassee River Outfitters and took a wonderful, cold shower. I stopped at Lost Creek campsite for dinner but decided not to stay and continued on to the campground. I was worried about the next day and wanted to get more mileage in, even though it was only .5 miles. I should have stayed at the campsite, it was fabulous.
Day 3 I hiked to Thunder Rock campground, my destination. This section is mainly through forests and a beautiful meadow. There are a few road crossings but none that are difficult to navigate. From Piney Flats to US 64, 9 miles, I did not see water. There are some sources listed in the guide but I could not find them. I ran out through this section but did fine. When I got to Thunder Rock campground, the caretaker was cleaning the bathroom. I asked her if there was a soda machine and she told me there wasn't one close by. When I walked back to pay for my site, she gave me a red solo cup with ice and a Mt. Dew. She was so thoughtful and the cold drink was wonderful. Her generosity meant a lot to me.
Another great trip on the BMT. I think I will finish this trail 2017.
^^^ that is the official story ^^^
The unofficial story includes camping next to hippies, getting turned around a few times, scratching my leg and having to do first aid, not being able to find Thunder Rock campground, and pilfering in the trash for soap and shampoo.
Sunday, I hiked from Unicoi Gap to Loss Creek campsite. It was an easy day, the only hard part was climbing out of Coker Creek campground. The spider webs were numerous and I kept thinking that no one has been through there since hikerboy and friends. Then I started seeing fresh trash on the trail and two mounds close to each other with TP on top of them. I never saw anyone. It thundered that night but didn't rain and the frogs were really loud.
Day 2 I hiked to Lost Creek campground. This section is very diverse and you hike from the forest to the viney, swamp-like area around Towee Creek, to the Hiwassee River. There was a lot of flat walking but it wasn't easy. It was hot and humid walking along the river. After stopping at Webb Brother's for a coke, I went on to Hiwassee River Outfitters and took a wonderful, cold shower. I stopped at Lost Creek campsite for dinner but decided not to stay and continued on to the campground. I was worried about the next day and wanted to get more mileage in, even though it was only .5 miles. I should have stayed at the campsite, it was fabulous.
Day 3 I hiked to Thunder Rock campground, my destination. This section is mainly through forests and a beautiful meadow. There are a few road crossings but none that are difficult to navigate. From Piney Flats to US 64, 9 miles, I did not see water. There are some sources listed in the guide but I could not find them. I ran out through this section but did fine. When I got to Thunder Rock campground, the caretaker was cleaning the bathroom. I asked her if there was a soda machine and she told me there wasn't one close by. When I walked back to pay for my site, she gave me a red solo cup with ice and a Mt. Dew. She was so thoughtful and the cold drink was wonderful. Her generosity meant a lot to me.
Another great trip on the BMT. I think I will finish this trail 2017.
^^^ that is the official story ^^^
The unofficial story includes camping next to hippies, getting turned around a few times, scratching my leg and having to do first aid, not being able to find Thunder Rock campground, and pilfering in the trash for soap and shampoo.
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Lost in the right direction.
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