Finally. Grandfather Mountain hike Aug 13.

[Tacoma96]

Well after 3 months we finally got this video together of the second day of our GFM hike. From mile high bridge to whenever the camera died. I am the one with the orange backpack and blue hat. Thanks to Dave (Shutter304) for making this video. Enjoy all.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=TT6evSB_OJ8

[Heisenberg]

A couple things, what an incredible hike!! Man it's crazy how trees can grow out of the rocks like that! I really would have liked to see the views on a clear day. Looked like a total blast though!! Also, was really liking the music, especially the Wishbone Ash, good tune!!

Thanks for sharing - Heisenberg

[flyhang]

wow, what a trek
thanks for taking us along and sharing

[georgecarr]

Very cool. Looked a little treacherous in spots.

[Fluteman]

Cool video. I showed it to my son and now he wants us to plan a trip. Are there many campsites along the trail?

[lzeplin]

WOW great video!Thanks for sharing. About how far is it from the bridge to the face or head? I've never hiked up there..

[TallPaul]

Great video and trip!
What was your intinerary?
Looked like typical GFM weather.
Both times I've tried to get to McRae they closed the trail due to the wind.

[gunner76]

Looked like a brutal but fun hike. More fun when you have a view.

[Tacoma96]

A couple things, what an incredible hike!! Man it's crazy how trees can grow out of the rocks like that! I really would have liked to see the views on a clear day. Looked like a total blast though!! Also, was really liking the music, especially the Wishbone Ash, good tune!!

Thanks for sharing - Heisenberg

Yes the first day was clear. The video was taken on day two when the rain was coming in. Thanks for checking it out.

wow, what a trek
thanks for taking us along and sharing

No problem. Thanks for looking

Very cool. Looked a little treacherous in spots.

Yes very treacherous, supposed to be the most strenuous hike in the southeast. I believe it. I would highly recommend some rock climbing experience.

[Tacoma96]

Cool video. I showed it to my son and now he wants us to plan a trip. Are there many campsites along the trail?

Here is the park map. I am sure the conditions change at the campgrounds up on the mountain. We stayed at Calloway Gap. Had a few places to hang and some wooden platforms for tents. Alpine Meadow was the only campground with no trees.

http://www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/g...cs/parkmap.pdf

WOW great video!Thanks for sharing. About how far is it from the bridge to the face or head? I've never hiked up there..

Honestly I did not see the head at all I was so concentrated on making this hike. especially going back up "the chute"