Allyson is out of power for the blog, they are charging batteries now that they have sun. She is taking pictures and will post some later when they get some power. We have had four hikers come up so far today. They all came up Rainbow Falls trail and advised the the path is very distinct and the snow is being trammeled by day hikers especially up to the falls. The few trees that are down are easy to navigate and other than a few rhododendron thickets to scramble through, they had a good hike. One report has the trail above the falls in better shape than below as far as trees down. Hikers will need some type of ice stabilizer (yak-traks, crampons, etc) as once the trail packs, melts, and refreezes it will be slick. Trekking poles are also a good idea. The Lodge will be open for business as usual tomorrow. Guests trying to pay for 2013 reservations please continue calling or you may mail a check. The due date has been extended through 5:00 pm ET Monday, November 5 because of the snow event and Hurricane Sandy.
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Sheldon
10/31/2012 08:11:28 am
Please comment on other trail options as available. Just got a tweet that 441 is open.
Stephen
10/31/2012 08:17:11 am
Does anyone know road condition??? Do we need 4x4 or is it easily driven with 2 wheel drive currently. Been stuck before without my truck and it was a pain but prefer to drive misses car for gas reasons. 6/4/2013 07:38:43 pm
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Kathy
10/31/2012 09:08:59 am
We will be hiking up on Nov 7th and staying 2 nights. We can't wait!!!! Hope the trails won't be too icy!!! Keep us updated on the trail conditions. The pictures are just beautiful! Keep sending us the beautiful pictures and updates! Would love to have seen the snow before it had been touched!!!!!
Brian N bama
10/31/2012 09:14:12 am
@Kathy, which trail are y'all using? I could use an update on alum for friday morning. Not that it really matters cause thats the trail I am gonna use. Would just like to know so I can decide what time to head up. be safe.
Kathy
11/2/2012 11:33:29 am
Brian,
Mary
10/31/2012 11:31:51 am
Thank you for posting the awesome pictures!!
Mark
10/31/2012 11:47:09 am
Stephanie. Thanks! My wife and I will meet you and your group at Rainbow Falls 9am Friday. We spoke with Tim the GM and he says there'll be hikers tomorrow and Rainbow Falls should be in decent condition
Sue Nigh
10/31/2012 12:21:22 pm
Wow! You guys are awesome! I love to hike in the park but not dedicated enough to "weather" these conditions! Be safe and enjoy the unique circumstances. I'm envious of your journey! We were camping/hiking in the Smokies last week when the color was awesome! Glad Allyson does the daily blog to keep our Smoky spirits alive!!
Zuckerman Leahcim
10/31/2012 12:51:03 pm
Stay hydrated my friends. Be safe✌
Paul
10/31/2012 01:14:49 pm
What about Trillium Gap?
Bo
10/31/2012 01:15:35 pm
how to ice walk http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ut3T1-Zrcf4
Chris L
10/31/2012 01:24:45 pm
And i learned something
Debby
10/31/2012 02:08:48 pm
I am suppose to be bringing a group of health and physical education majors from WCU up Alum Cave on Sunday Nov 4 to summit Mt Leconte and return in one day. Any opinion on the feasibility of that at this time? Two years ago (Nov 2010) after another snowstorm, we only made it to Alum Cave (which was perilous and included lots of falling ice). Last year with 70 weather, (Nov 2011) we made it all the way to Myrtle Point and back down. Pretty amazing it is so different from year to year. I won't make my final decision until Friday afternoon, so any suggestions are welcome.
Keith
10/31/2012 02:15:41 pm
The Tai-Chi ice walking technique looks alot like the Boot Scooting Boogie.... Heel, Toe, Do-Si-Do........... With the ice on the trail it probably includes the boot scooting also.
Ada
10/31/2012 02:38:38 pm
Would you recommend any good boots to hike in snow/ice, please? (Any particular brand?)
Jan Pittenger
11/1/2012 12:47:49 am
Two reservations for Nov 6 and 7 will be available later today. We're just not comfortable with these conditions. 7/29/2013 06:16:43 pm
Good to hear that sun is out in LeConte. Finally it has been an end to a long winter season. Now it’s the time for summer sports like yak-traks, crampons, trekking in LeConte. This is the perfect season to visit LeConte because you can enjoy the beauty of this place at summer season. Thanks for sharing this news. 9/14/2013 03:59:54 am
They sum came up Arc Tumbles tow furthermore advised the the orbit is same discernible also the snow is thing trammeled by time hikers especially up to the sinks. 9/25/2013 08:26:32 pm
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