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Episode #539 - Days 24-27 Appalachian Trail 2026
The Smokies are all but done, with glorious weather all the way with just one day to go. I think I was more concerned about them than I should have been, but it has been a pure pleasure to be hiking above the clouds at 5-6,000 feet all day long.
This recap covers last Wednesday thru Saturday, when I navigated the perils of Newfound Gap, needing to get to Gatlinburg, yet stay in Cherokee. Happily it all worked out.
Along the way, I chatted with a ridge runner, Houdini, who shared a few tips with me. It's been a great four days.
I'm using Polarsteps to record my AT thru-hike this year. If you'd…
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