Slushy Trails

11/10/2012

Time to get out the shorts and sandals, well not quite. It was a blazing 52 degrees yesterday. Of course, there is still 14" of snow on the ground and the low did get down to 27. I think I will stick to my pants and snow boots. Looks as though we have some shoveling to do around the llama troughs. We are hoping to get a pack trip in on Monday. The weather sounds as though it is going to be beautiful and warm, or warmer. Chris and I hiked up Alum yesterday. The trail was much better then it was on Monday. Be prepared to get your feet wet. The run off was crazy. We used our stabelicers from the last log bridge to the top. It was slushy and slippery. I have not heard about any other trails. I will try and get some updates today. For now, I would go with the information that Nathan was giving.

Denise

11/10/2012 12:05:26 am

Thank you so much for sharing your comments & BEAUTIFUL pics , it's very appreciated

ann york

11/10/2012 01:16:56 am

how far is the hik from 441 to the top i have alway wanted to hik up there.

Shane

11/10/2012 02:42:38 am

@ Ann, its 5.5 miles via the Alum Cave Bluff trail. Difficult hike with elevation gain of about 2700'. A hiker in good condition should take about 4hrs to top. Longer if trail conditions are tough.

Jenny

11/10/2012 01:20:32 am

I can't believe it's finally almost here--we've been looking forward to this for so long! Allyson, I emailed you--I'll have a small recorder for my radio show and I'd like to interview you if you have time--I hope that's okay? We look forward to meeting you tomorrow!!

Barrie Eldridge

11/10/2012 03:00:25 am

The Employees Only cabin looks like home.
God I wish I was young enough to work up there or that I had known about LeConte when I was young and fit. Guess I will just have to settle for the yearly trip in July.

Joe Lunsford

11/10/2012 03:18:25 am

I have enjoyed reading the Blog following " THE SNOW STORM " of 2012.. Your pics have been memorable and I must add ' almost beyond belief!!!!.. I was a guest there in 2008 and hope to visit with you in 2013 .. Best to all , Joe

Courtney

11/10/2012 04:25:12 am

My husband and neighbor are attempted the Alum Cave route this morning and I hope have made it to Leconte. My neighbors first attempt. I love the snow photos. Wish I was able to see it in person.
Meanwhile my 7 yr. old has caught the microwave on fire with a biscuit (smoke still in the home), my 3 yr. old has not stopped singing aloud since 7am and we just experienced an earthquake in Oak Ridge! It's only noon, what will happen by 5 this evening?! Hope the boys trip to the lodge has been as eventful.

Tony Ga

11/10/2012 06:41:24 am

LOL. Hang in there Courtney.

Darla

11/10/2012 07:23:10 am

My husband, son and daughter-in-law, and daughter and boyfriend are getting ready for a hike on November 19. I have been watching the weather roports and reading your daily posts. I am a bit nervous about our hike. We have prepared with ice grippers, etc. and are hoping for a good hike. Do you have any recommendations for a couple of hikers who have been to LeConte before and some who have not? I am very excited and can't wait to enjoy a place so beautiful.

Debi

11/10/2012 07:53:02 am

Sooo, did that earthquake shake a little snow off the mountain? Welcome back Allyson.

L & L

11/10/2012 09:25:15 am

My wife and I will be coming up tommorow. We will be glad to get out of Gatlinburg. YIPPEE

Jenny

11/10/2012 03:18:24 pm

For real. This place is horrifying. Get me out of here and on a trail!

Ramsey

11/10/2012 11:12:21 am

Hiked Alum Bluff and everything went well.

Audie

11/10/2012 12:20:14 pm

See you tomorrow!

MIke & Leanne

11/10/2012 02:40:53 pm

Hiking up Alum Bluff on Wed. 11-12-12. My wife hoping the snow will still be up on top. First trip to LeConte.....Looking forward to the trip and meeting the staff.

Larry Wright link

11/11/2012 01:20:36 am

Hi Mike & Leanne,
You will love LeConte and probably will make many more trips after this one.
This will be my 7th trip in 6 years and I love it! I'm excited to have my wife and son joining us this year. Myself and Norm have really enjoyed LeConte and met some really great friends on the mountain that are your neighbors. Hahaha
Look forward to meeting you guys and seeing Keith and Kathy again. We are so ready to take a break from work and get away. See ya on Wednesday!
Larry, Wendy & Ryan

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