Great Smoky Mountain Deep Creek Cherokee Hard Hiking Weekend event

Plan is to arrive in the Bryson city, NC area on the 20th of November in the late afternoon. This is a small up and coming tourist area on the south side of the Smoky's. There will not be nearly as many people in this area as the Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge side.

General Hiking plans:

Friday 21st: Deep Creek, martin's gap, Sunkota Ridge trails. 13.6 miles, 2900 ft elevation gain and at least 8 hours rated Hard

Saturday 22nd: All Easy hikes. Oconaluftee visitor center, historic mountain farm and River trail 4.8 miles Mingo and Soco Falls and overlooks on Blueridge Parkway. 2 miles
Return to Bryson city for dinner relaxation, shopping, etc.

Sunday 23rd: Kuwohi at Sunrise & Newfound gap, charles bunion, Kephart Prong hike 12.5 miles, 2100 ft elevation 8 hours rated Hard OR Charles Bunion via Kephart Loop 13.8Miles, 3700ft. 9 hours Rated Hard

Monday 24th. Leave by 8:30 am. May schedule a hike or visit to Gatlinburg for those who have never been.

This is a true hiking weekend for those who like the longer hikes.

Days start early and we will be at trailhead at daybreak on Friday and Sunday.

Want to come along just to have fun and explore, sure! Only want to do 1 hike. Great. All are welcome and it has a bunch of short hiking areas, steam train rides, Christmas decorations and so much to do and see. Come and have fun and those that do the hikes will hang out in the evening with you.

Bryson City link https://www.greatsmokies.com/

This is a short notice event where you will need to make a decision pretty quick if you would like to share a cabin. I will rent one cabin and the first people who sign up will be with me and then I will help others finding a place if you want my help. I've already spent a few hours on airbnb narrowing down location. Will try to stay within 15 minutes of Bryson City. Cabin/home prices should range between 50-70 dollars per person per night for the trip. I always make it so everyone has a bed, sometimes a bunk bed but always a a bed and no fold outs or couches.

*All hikers and attendees participate at their own risk. All activities should always be within your comfort and skill level. Please read the description carefully and ask the event organizer if you have any question about your ability to participate in the event. By attending this event, you agree to release trip organizers, other attendees and the group administrator from all liability