Casual Climbers: Unfit Hikers in the Carolinas

Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest: Long Branch Loop Trail

In this full episode, we are in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest and discuss the Long Branch Loop Trail. We also have a fun-fact about the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, and review one of my favorite stops in that area - Expedition: Bigfooot Museum.

Nantahala National Forest: Alarka Creek Falls Trail

In this week's trail snacks episode, we head back to the Nantahala National Forest and discuss a nice short waterfall hike: Alarka Creek Falls Trail.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Jakes Creek Trail to Avent Cabin

In this full episode, we are back in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and discuss the Jakes Creek Trail to Avent Cabin. We also have a fun-fact about the Elkmont Ghost Town right there, and review a nice nearby restaurant in Gatlingburg, TN - Hungry Bear BBQ.

Five (More) Waterfalls in 15 Minutes or Less

In this week's special episode, we spotlight five more waterfalls that you can get to in 15 minutes or less: Tom Branch Falls, Mingo Falls, Sunburst Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Dry Falls.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Oconaluftee River Trail

In this full episode, we are back in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and discuss the Oconaluftee River Trail. We also have a fun-fact about the seven clans of the Cherokee tribe, and review another nice native-owned restaurant in Cherokee - Paul's Family Restaurant.

Sumter National Forest: King Creek Falls Trail

In this Trail Snacks episode, we discuss King Creek Falls Trail in the Sumter National Forest in South Carolina. This fairly easy trail provides a fun trek along a large creek and ends in a spectacular 70' waterfall.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Deep Creek Waterfall Loop

In this full episode, we are back in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and discuss a truly great trail - Deep Creek Waterfall Loop. We also have a fun-fact about Sequoia - a remarkable figure in Cherokee history, and review a great native-owned restaurant in nearby Cherokee, NC, called Native-Brews Tap & Grill.

Table Rock State Park: Lakeside Loop Trail

In this Trail Snacks episode, we discuss Lakeside Loop Trail in Table Rock State Park in South Carolina. This trail circles Pinnacle Lake and provides some truly great views of Table Rock. We also discuss the Spring Trailblaze Challenge to raise funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. To register or for more information, go to https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=6183

Croft State Park: Unofficial Whitestone Springs Trail

In this week's full episode, we head a little east in South Carolina and discuss a short historical hike in Croft State Park: Whitestone Springs Trail. We also have a fun-fact about the history of the park, and review my go-to hiking shoes that I am never without - Merrell Moab 3.

Cherokee National Forest: Wolf Creek Falls Trail

In this week's Trail Snacks episode, we discuss Wolf Creeks Falls Trail in Cherokee National Forest in Tennessee. This short trail rewards you with a wonderful waterfall view.