Momentous Adventures: Cosby to Cataloochee Figure 8 Loop

This 67.2 mile loop is amazing! From viewpoints on Balsam Mtn, the BMT, Cataloochee Divide and the A.T. that stretch out for more miles than seem conceivable to the isolated river valleys of Swallow and Palmer where spring has taken recent roots as the winter slides away. I would like to add that this has […]

Momentous Adventures: Gregory with Hannah and Ace Gap Loop

This fantastic 56 mile loop has the goods, a huge Bald, lots of ridge walking with open view points, remote river valleys teaming with wildlife. Some of the trails are mostly flat and easy going while other climbs like up to Gregory Bald or the accent to gain Rich Mtn’s ridgeline are quite challenging. The […]

Momentous Adventures: Big South Fork’s J+D Loop

Need a backpacking trip where you get away from the crowds? Try this 55 mile loop and you will discover more animal prints than signs of humans. You will traverse high cliffs, beveled rock shelters and skirt the amazing creeks that crisscross this Wilderness. The J+D loop follows the John Muir TR. (No, the other […]