3 Forks to Long Creek Falls on the AT

[2ply]

After two back surgeries for me this summer and a bout of Vestibular disease for Buddy we were finally able to get out and do some backpacking this weekend. We took the Appalachian Trail from Three Forks up to Long Creek Falls. It's only a four mile out and back but it felt good to be back on the trails again. It's a popular day hike destination so we had plenty of company at the falls. Saturday's count was 66 people and 25 dogs came to visit the falls. When we left out Sunday after lunch there had been 23 people and 6 dogs drop by to check things out. Since the ground around the falls area is not level there is no place to set up a t#*t but not a problem for us hangers. I set up on the far side of the clearing to be out of folks way and offer some privacy for camp. It was a great first trip after recovering and we're already looking forward to the next one.

Long Creek Falls


Our home for the weekend.


View from the hammock.


Buddy chillaxing on his sleeping bag.


I normally don't have a fire if I'm solo but my grandson gave me a folding camp saw for Father's day so it was time to test it out.


Haven't used the ol Esbit stove in a while and it did a great job of breakfast from the hammock.

[flyhang]

thanks for sharing.
glad you were able to get out and have a great trip

[old4hats]

It is great to know that you are out and about again, congratulations. This hike sounds nice, like something Sophie and I would enjoy. Thanks for the pics.

[TallPaul]

Good to see you out there 2ply.
Looks like a nice spot to hang.

[Slowanderer]

Good to hear your recovery is allowing you to hike again. Buddy too!
I'm curious about your chair pictured. Looking for one with a fair backrest and is somewhat lightweight?

[2ply]

The chair is a Camp Time Roll-a-Chair and is very comfortable.The back rest works great for support as it rests on the lower back. It weighs right at two pounds so it's no light weight but the trade off in comfort is worth it to me.

[stevebo]

Great trip report--thanks! (havnt been up that way for a while---makes me want to plan a return trip!)

[peanuts]

great trip report! glad you are back on the trail. that is one of my fave place on the at, but i loathe the hordes of people. always find lots of trash, dog and people poo where there should not be...glad you had a great time....