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Believe it or not, on the hike in we saw 2 AT hikers (sans packs) fill their canteens & drink without filtering. Not me.

Anyway, Slowhike, it's just shy of 2 miles from the Elk Garden parking...

Well, the trip was a success. If you're looking for solitude, try that Helton Creek area. We saw people twice in the 4 days we were there. No one was camped within at least 1-1/2 miles from us. ...

Thanks Slowhike!

Hi, It's "The Wife". Does anyone know anything about the Elk Garden area? Balsam Mountain? There are a few trails there I'm interested in. Helton Creek Trail, Sugar Maple Trail. Somewhere,...

Thanks guys.

I really appreciate you all sharing your knowledge of the area.
I'll have to take a look at my park map tonight and see where exactly you're talking about.

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Hey all,

I'm new here & this is my first post.

I was wondering if anyone is familiar enough with the Mt. Rogers NRA to give me some suggestions on where to camp for a week? Wife & I are not...