Introduction To The Pinhoti Trail

[@Shane7492]

The Pinhoti is the best hiking in Alabama because of its variety. Second best is Sipsey Wilderness because of its beauty.

[@joshables9161]

I hike in the Sipsey as much as possible. It’s only and hour away. I think I’m going to try the Pinhoti this summer.

[@pfalz_momente]

Great channel 👍🏼 great tips. Thank you for sharing 😀 Greetings Nicole 🙂

[@duffmanwalkin2143]

I LOVED the solitude on the Pinhoti! Living in New Orleans, LA we often poke fun at Alabama but no more! It is a beautiful state and has reallly great people.

[@kevinomahoney]

Georgia Pinhoti sections are very popular with the mountain bike community. Gnarly and beautiful. Enjoy.

[@Galiuros]

Hey! Here I am eating some Sea Salt and Vinegar potato chips and watching this video when Dixie opens a bag of Sea Salt and Vinegar chips. Timing is everything. I'm glad to see that you are back on the trail. It's been worth the wait.

[@jcd4193]

60!: Nimblewill Nomad's age when he completed his first long hike. It was so encouraging to learn this one afternoon last year when I enjoyed meeting him on Flagg Mountain, with fearless hummingbirds stopping by.

[@ianjones6910]

I've spent some time parooting around on the Pinhoti; 18 years ago (gasp), I worked a contractor job at Gunter in Montgomery for a few months - I would alternate weekends, one weekend I would go home to Louisiana and the wife and kids, the other I would stay in Montgomery. On those weekends I would drive around exploring, and that's how I found the Pinhoti. That area around Cheaha is a pretty area in a pretty state - years later, I took my flatlander kids there as their first exposure to mountains.

[@eziodamico633]

Dixie you are just the best. You cover at 360 degrees what is hiking. Thanks, stay healthy ciao

[@rembrandtshadows]

Dixie, I ordered two black umbrellas and a pillow. They should arrive December 7 at home base. One is none, two is one, unless its a pillow . . . . :P

[@neillbriggs9029]

When you get near Cheaha St Park, take the short side trip out to McDill Point, a beautiful overlook. There are remnants of a crashed small aircraft along the trail to McDill Point. One of my favorite spots in Alabama. Glad you are finally getting out.

[@TechniSean1]

Live in Alabama too and starting this hobby recently as there are a lot of wilderness and trails in the state. So far I've hit a lot of trails around Tuscaloosa and Birmingham, now I'm eying the Pinhoti as a warm up for the AT. Planning on section hiking, can't commit to long term trips. Thanks for the video, gave me some ideas.

[@Jonistired]

You really got my attention. I live in Northern California and I tend to think about western trails. On top of that I was raised in New Jersey by Yankees who told me that the south was dangerous and southerners were crazy. I got over some of that but I really never think about the south. Thing is I’m 67. I’m not good for much more than 8 or 10 miles a day and I have real problems with altitude. I have a little money and plenty of time. The Pinhoti sounds like a trail I could hope to finish. I’m going to look into it.

[@drugbuddy665]

Can't wait to see more of the Pinhoti! I'm right down here in florida & was planning on making it my first backpacking trip this spring, but unfortunately my sister shipped all of backpacking gear home from MT without insurance and it's been gone for months... Hopefully Dixie's videos will keep me happy in the meantime. :-} (Pro-tip for y'all: $30 of insurance > losing $1,000s in gear! Get a tracking #!!!!!)

[@terryboardman789]

Thank you for your videos. You’re such an inspiration to my 10 yr old daughter. Though she doesn’t have a southern accent, she often tries to emulate you... it’s very funny. Thanks so much.

[@johnnybrewer2992]

I love your commentary on the history of the trail. We used to meet with state officials ALL THE TIME trying to get the Pinhoti attached to the AT. Then in 2008, we placed the boulder on the trail at Cheaha. So much hard work has come to fruition.

[@richardemerson6996]

I am so glad to see this latest vid ! The Pinhoti Trail ! I began watching 2 other vids on the Pinhoti Trail this year, however, they both sort of fizzled out. One due to major path flooding, and one ran out of time due to cold snow slow moving!!! Glad to see you doing some!

[@lady_xelas2441]

I never really knew about the Pinhoti, but as a GA resident I’m excited to do some section hikes soon!

[@billthompson4197]

OH NOW YOUV'E DONE IT! Now there is something I have to think about adding to my AT thru-hike. I was "blissfully ignorant" of this trail and now you have got me thinking... LOL. Thanks for your videos! Love all of them.

[@05chmps]

It's very interesting to see this through hiker culture developing before our eyes. I am a real history buff. This reminds me of the days after Siddhartha (affectionately The Bhudda). There was this fervent "monk seeking enlightenment" period that lasted a century or so. These monks traveled endlessly seeking enlightenment, and they were an accepted and even revered part of the culture. They were given food and shelter when they could not provide it through their own efforts, kind of like trail magic, Patreon, KZbin..

[@maxpower3050]

I used to fly to the Children's Care Flight in Birmingham, Alabama. I'm familiar with Sylacauga, Alabama, and I look forward to viewing the rest of your adventure!!! Safe travels!!!

[@1wetpaint]

Made that hike a while back. Great place and people. Enjoyed the video and Merry Christmas! And Geaux Tigers!

[@chuckborghoff8443]

Thank goodness you are back on the trail.

[@cupcakescorner7684]

You are sooo brave. Love to see more of your hikes. Pls stay connected and take care

[@padrecook]

Great to see a local trail being highlighted! I was just out there on Flagg Mountain today and got to talk to Sunny. He told me that he was excited to get to meet you.

[@jameshicks1182]

Hey Dixie! Great intro video. Your comment at the end about being embarrassed is so true of many of us. I live very close to the PCT in SoCal and I never knew it was here. I never knew the PNT existed and went right through Whidbey Island when I lived there. You have inspired so many of us to get out and hike, to learn what’s around us, be adventurous and have fun. My first local jaunt after watching you for months was summiting Mt Baden Powell back in July. Keep inspiring Dixie, and hike on!!!

[@henner645]

This is the kind of content that I have been missing. Glad you are back at it.

[@AdabAbu]

Thanks Jessica

[@GodfreyGuitar]

Love your videos! With my work, I only have time to get out and hike one day a week. Watching your videos is a nice way to take "virtual" hikes during the week.

[@stevesdaysoff2759]

Hello Dixie. I have been watching your channel for a long time now and love it. Your long trail walks and gear reviews are fantastic with excellent advice about trail walking and gear. I really enjoyed watching your videos. Thank you. Steve. From England.

[@edenrr390]

Thanks for posting Jessica! Happy Holidays and cheers, SV Good Karma

[@robertcase2252]

Makes me anxious and nervouse you out there on your own.

[@danielkutcher5704]

We are looking forward to your next adventure 👍☺

[@grob25]

Glad to see you back out on a trail.

[@RegisStrap]

Very nice there 🤩 Looking forward to see you in Europe on the HRP or GR20. 🤗

[@andrewbstevens]

Love the Pinhoti! We have done many 3-5 day sections hikes on it as a family and have finished most of the alabama section. Such a beautiful trail.

[@hodgdog]

I love the little transition from the trail sign to your logo. simple but elegant.

[@mountainmanhank8911]

Glad yur back missed ya

[@Wondering_Fireball]

That trail is on my bucket list for a summer/ fall hike.

[@tennvols82]

Always enjoy your adventures!

[@lucaspullen5296]

Dixie, Thank you for what you do! My wife has wanted to hike the trail for more than a decade and is currently on the AT should make mile 60 today which is her day 5. We have done plenty of section hiking but due to your videos, she feels much more confident to start. She is with our 14 year old son and moving north! You do help others follow their dreams so thanks!

[@davehoover8853]

Nice to see you back on the trail girl. Hope it all goes well for you and I look forward to watching it unfold. I have worked with the folks at ULA and hike with the slightly larger Circuit and love it. Hope you like the OHM 2.0.

[@mikeschiebel]

Great video. Looking forward to watching your Pinhoti hike. As a hammock camper, can't wait to see you testing out your hammock. I'm getting into hot tent camping this winter so want to see how you like bivy camping as I'm testing using a dedicated bivy instead of just using my hammock as a bivy.

[@beemcbike]

The beautiful is always soo close. Have a good journey 👍👍🇨🇭

[@davidpayne1519]

Alright, let's go hiking/camping Dixie, so send them videos 👍😁😀🤠✌👋👋

[@davidcurtis9559]

Take care Good to see you back on the trail

[@codymcgee6999]

Glad to see you back on the trail. This looks like a great, rare thru hike. Looking forward to learning about this trail and your state. Thanks for all the research and stats. ✌

[@TK-qu1ht]

GoGoGo Dixie!

[@baskets8429]

awesome video, pinhoti looks like a must do trail! enjoy the trail life and the views!

[@jasonjavelin]

Adams gap to porters gap was the rockiest trail I’ve ever been on! Very awesome trail though

[@pamaladarsow2763]

Great to see you out there 👍

[@jessiepayne737]

Didn't know you was a Bama girl, I live in Greensboro. I am building up to the hiking challenges, right now I am doing the Oak Mountain State Park and Tannerhill. Enjoy your videos and as always be safe and happy trails.

[@kennethschaidle5995]

looking forward to the rest of your pinhoti blogs. ps your teeth are looking great

[@sundance541]

Glad to see you out on the trail agian missed you

[@KimberlyGreen]

🎶Big miles keep on walking, carry me on to see my camp. Singin' songs about the trail lands. I see Alabamy once again and I think it's a win ... Sweet home Alabama , where the skies are so blue Sweet home Alabama , Lord, I'm hiking up thru you.🎵

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

Well, this made me smile!

[@frogdog01234]

👏👏 Dixie back on trail. Love the videos. You're an inspiration!

[@oxxnarrdflame8865]

Nice. I’m looking forward to your hike.

[@JazzyBlues79]

YAY! Dixie's back out on the trail! Can't wait to see your adventures on the Pinhoti!!!

[@seandenney5780]

Just hiked part of the Pinhoti Trail today (Cheaha State Park to McDill Point). We got absolutely soaked. The fog, mist, and rain abated for about 5 minutes, just long enough to take a few pics at McDill Point.

[@seandenney5780]

Took another crack at it after getting warm and dry. Hiked the Pinhoti from Cheaha State Park to Odum Scout Trail. Camped out (good water source there), then took the Odum Scout Trail to Nubbin Creek Trail to Cave Creek Trail back to the park. Enjoy your hike and I look forward to seeing more of this trail through your videos.

[@DelRJohnston]

A buddy and I are currently doing section day hikes on the Pinhoti. The weather has been amazing recently except for two days of heavy rain. Once you get to Cheaha, the views really get spectacular.

[@bobbers]

Heading for Alabama today and we're going to visit Cheaha and hike a little of the Pinhoti Trail. First time for me

[@DelRJohnston]

@@bobbers Welcome to Alabama. Should be beautiful this week and weekend. No rain expected and temps between 45 and 70 today.

[@LWilli5]

Looking forward to the videos of your Pinhoti adventures

[@johnspark1]

Looking forward to it Dixie! Be safe!

[@jhippl]

id love todo that trail, its close to home and it looks like a nice starter trail

[@webbdad1248]

So glad you are on the Pinhoti. Thanks for spotlighting our wonderful trail.

[@josephmaschari1073]

Great to see you on the trail again.

[@SheGoneAgain]

Good to see you the Pinhoti!

[@wizewoods9130]

It does look beautiful there! Don't know a thing about Alabama, looking forward to following your hike and seeing the trail!

[@nh5264]

Hey Dixie, You should consider taking a look at the Cumberland Trail in Tennessee. It will be around 350 miles once it is completed. I did a section hike of it and think it would be a good one for hikers in the future

[@dgillespie13]

I was there on the Pinhoti three weeks ago, maybe we passed? Glad you are back on the trails. WDE.

[@timsmith3377]

Woo hoo! I've been waiting for this since last Spring :)

[@Alexmontis3843]

Looking forward to see your hike. It looks beautiful

[@manfredseidler1531]

She's baaaack. I'm not a hiker but I adopted some of your footwear gear and found remarkable improvements to my foot comfort... all thanks to Homemade Wanderlust 👍

[@beckyjones7532]

So ready for more!

[@jacksonwright6446]

Good to see you back on trail Dixie!

[@laurabryannan]

You've inspired me to research what's happening in my area and I was happy to discover the 1000 mile Ice Age Trail here in Wisconsin. Thanks Dixie! So glad to see you hiking again.

[@Cunningham06]

Good Info! I am also in Bama. I started hiking more regularly last year. I am using it as a way to get my boys more involved with the outdoors. We have done mostly short day hikes. I am planning on doing our first overnight trip this spring. I was considering Savage Gulf for that. I need to learn more about the Pinhoti to determine if it is a good option for us.

[@timothylasalle8578]

Dixie, babe.. those rock gardens were a nightmare this weekend! What a difficult hike. It was still nice to get out there.

[@thriftyvegan73]

I am so looking forward to this! We are hiking a fairly new, little known 500km trail here in South Australia over our Christmas break. It’s a great distance for those of us who can’t commit to a lengthy thru hike but still enough to sink your teeth into.

[@allenhamilton7001]

Thanks for sharing. Great to see you back on the trail.. Be sure to get the words hikin' and backpackin" in each episode. Haha. Blessings.

[@normturner]

Great to see you back on the trails again! My feet are itching already. Stay safe and look forward to watching your journey! Happy trails!

[@backpacker3421]

I've got the Ohm's big brother, the Catalyst. Awesome pack and by far my favorite to use. It's the perfect balance of lightweight and durable.

[@csillagaspar200]

Glad to hear about you Dixie! :) I love your videos, take care. 😊

[@aziulart8255]

Awesome! Can’t wait to learn from you more about the trail.

[@peterjones4180]

Great to see her out again, i have run out of new trails around my area, so now i get to see more of the USA which is very different to here.

[@davidson_oldbull_sectionhiker]

Very nice Intro Dixie I always enjoy your videos. Sometimes a women's prospective is very informative. Thanks

[@tombanach6778]

Yay!!! More Dixie hikes. Thanks for hitting these smaller trails for the exact reason you mentioned. As much as I’d like to thru hike the AT I’m not sure that will be possible. On the other hand, skipping town for a month is much more doable!!

[@WanderingMonkHikes]

These sites make me homesick for North Alabama. I love the rivers, woods, and hills. I’m gonna have to do this after I get home from the AT. Thanks for sharing Dixie! Stay on the path! Monk

[@AidaJof]

Nice to see you on the trail again, Dixie and wishing you all the best for this new excursion.

[@Chaz29girl]

I live close to the trail in Georgia. Ive grown up seeing people walk down the highway with their packs and strong legs!! There's a section around my house with a small waterfall. Hopefully when you go through there you'll see it! I cant wait to see more of the trail in your videos!

[@amynelson9362]

Congrats on getting back out on the trail. Have a fun hike!

[@rickholloway1000]

Just found your channel. We spend a lot of time in Rockford on family land hunting, fishing, etc. just down the road from your hometown

[@robertrockwell7581]

beautiful scenery so far. will be following. stay safe and have fun.

[@levig.4293]

Excited! I'm planning on Thru-Hiking the Pinhoti next year!

[@aaronm9478]

Love the video, as always, Dixie! Your adventures are exciting. 😍 😍

[@brischmick]

So great to see you on this much anticipated and, more bite-sized, through hike! I adore this intro piece and seeing the maps and all. The Pinhoti looks amazing so far. Look forward to seeing more! It inspires me to finish the 250 mile Ozark Trail close to me. Good luck and enjoy the heck out of your time, Dixie!

[@orthodoxhiker9287]

Hubby and I are going to do a couple day hikes on the Pinhoti for New Year's Day and the day after! :-) We'll be staying at a couple hostels, too - our first outside-of-Georgia and first hostel experiences!

[@shenandoah1322]

Looking forward to future videos on the Pinhoti! Watching your channel led me to watch Catherine Gregory's hiking channel, and now Adventure Archives. Are you familiar with their channels?

[@brigitteterry5708]

So glad you are exploring and enjoying“The Heart of Dixie”, Dixie! I’m section hiking the Pinhoti and love it! Planning on using the Pinhoti Outdoor Center for shuttle and future plans....

[@sweet_jen7752]

I am beyond ready to see Dixie back on the trail again!!!

[@garyhog64]

So looking forward to this set of videos!! I have done a couple of sections of the Pinhoti and am planning for more. Next one in Alabama for you should be the Sipsey Wilderness. Not a true thru hike, but you can easily spend a week to 10 days there exploring all of the trails. Beautiful waterfalls and the largest tree in the state! Enjoy the Pinhoti!

[@coughingowloutdoors8579]

Good to see you back on trail Dixie. Best wishes as always. Missed the "hey yall Dixie here"