Backpacking Mill Mountain was by far my most enjoyable hiking and camping experience. There was enough climbing at the start to make the hike challenging, and the campsite was the largest and most comfortable I had stayed in. I highly recommend this hike for anyone looking for a picturesque backpacking Read more…
Location: Dolly Sods Wilderness, West Virginia (coordintes for parking at Bear Rocks Trailhead below) Duration: 2 days (GPX files below for download!) Activity: Day 1 – drive to Dolly Sods Wilderness. Hike 8 miles to camp. Day 2 – hike back to car and drive home Highlights: surviving a below-freezing Read more…
Location: Grayson Highlands, NC Lewis Fork Wilderness in Virginia Duration: 2 day backpacking trip (1 overnight). GPX Data below! Gear: Garmin GPS watch, Lowa hiking boots, down sleeping bag, tent, Mountaintop 75L pack, hand warmers, thermals, headlamps, food. Check out the rest of my gear here Highlights: Beautiful views; WILD PONIES; getting Read more…