Approach Trail to top of Springer Mtn

The 8.8 mile Approach Trail is no joke. Essentially uphill the whole way to the summit of Springer Mtn, but it was worth it. Got to the top with a few others from the class of 2033. The rock face at the summit has the first white blaze that begins the journey. You sign the hiker journal that’s found in a metal box cut into the rock face. And there’s the iconic turquoise colored plaque with the rendering of an early AT hiker. Was a wonderful day and stayed overnight at the Springer shelter site 0.2 from the summit in my Big Agnes tent. All went well for the first night. A bit of drizzle and very high winds, but that added to the mystique.もっと詳しく