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1/21/2011

Hi everyone, it is Allyson again. Alex has hiked down for a quick trip into town. You may wonder who watches the place while he is gone. We have a few experienced people who help the caretaker out when he needs a day off here and there. Tim Webb is one of these "relief" caretakers. He was up there last weekend and had this photo taken in front of one of the cabins. I thought it was a great example of the amount of snow that is on the mountain. Last I heard, it was around 9 degrees this morning. I am not sure of the amount of new snow that accumulated. It is sunny in town, but there seems to be a big cloud hanging over the mountain. That could mean they are still getting snowed on. I will try and keep you posted.

Melissa

1/21/2011 01:40:30 am

Allyson, yes, please keep us posted on the weather if you hear anything. Five of us are planning to day hike up tomorrow (although NG rd is currently closed). Thank you SO much!

Jerry

1/21/2011 02:13:02 am

Yes any info would be appreciated. Six of us are planning on hiking up tomorrow and staying overnight in shelter. Thanks

Wanda

1/21/2011 06:21:34 am

Thanks, Allyson, for keeping us posted.
Wanda

Melissa

1/21/2011 06:35:52 am

Jerry, which route are you taking (Alum?) and when are you starting? Maybe we'll run into each other.

jerry

1/21/2011 07:42:00 am

Melissa, Alum if NG Rd is open. Leaving early ,7ish I think. Looking forward to the hike.

Nancy

1/21/2011 07:53:08 am

Allyson, looking at this picture with so much snow built up, does the weight of it cause any roof or structual damages to the cabins?

High On LeConte

1/21/2011 08:00:29 am

Nancy, we have not had any problems with the weight of the snow. I think it might take a little more then that to cause problems.
As for trail conditions, I did hear that the mountain got 2 more inches on top of 16". Alum cave trail has been broken. I would take it slow. I will not have information by the time some of you are leaving in the morning. I hope this helps.

Melissa

1/21/2011 08:25:28 am

Jerry, we are going up Alum, too...but won't start till about 8:30 or 9 (we have a three hour drive). NF Gap rd was closed this morning, but they've reopened it as of now. Hope to run into you! Be safe!

Thanks, Allyson!) I check updates from my phone on the way up, until I run out of signal! :)

Kris Germany

1/21/2011 01:28:33 pm

Cold Splinters blog got me here. Thanks to Geoff. Great stuff. Be safe!

Manuel Diaz

1/21/2011 02:05:05 pm

Hi everyone...im hoping someone can help me. Im heading up to NC on the 27th and planning on doing a hike from New found gap to charlies bunion. I was wondering how the conditions are? this will only be my 3rd hike and the first one over 3 miles so want to be safe..Any information will help. Thanks

Sandra

1/21/2011 04:57:06 pm

I've never been on LeConte. I was wondering how many cabins there are. It sounds like there must be quite a few to accommodate visitors and crew. I'm really enjoying the snow pics!

tom k

1/22/2011 09:47:22 am

Manuel: The good news about hiking from NG to CB is along the way there are no places for you to fall. AT CB, however, the place with the awesome views, there is no shortage of sheer drops. The trip back is downhill on the rocks. Covered with snow or ice would be treacherous. Make sure you calculate a turnaround time, and that someone knows when to expect you back. I'd save this hike for better conditions where you can sit out at CB and chillax for an hour or so,

Sandra: There are 10 guest cabins, seven are one room and can accommodate up to four guests. There are two three-room cabins and one two-room cabin. There are about 1/2 dozen rooms for crew. None of the cabins have bathrooms.

Manuel Diaz

1/22/2011 11:35:02 am

Thank you Tom K

pam

1/24/2011 11:25:43 pm

what is the trail like for Alum Cave?

pam

1/24/2011 11:27:57 pm

Sorry I didnt read before I posted. I was thinking of hiking up Alum Cave this Saturday is it posible?

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