Mountains to Sea Trail Segment 4 Gorges, Peaks, and Waterfalls Black Mountain Camp to Beacon Heights

Segment 4 brings my favorite views yet with a mixture of time spent climbing mountains, hiking in valleys next to waterfalls, crossing rivers, and walking along the gorgeous ridges of Linville Gorge. I also get all up in my feelings as I reflect on community, lonliness, and how we affect each other.

[@Julianne955]

I've watched you since you did the CDT, you have met so many people. All strangers at first, and yet you hold their stories. Perhaps your contribution to our world is exactly what you're doing, telling their stories. The storyteller in every race is a position of integrity and honor. You can hold those stories in or let them out in a book? You've made the journeys but we've been priviledged to follow online...but what of those other folks that don't have access? You could write a book of the stories you've collected along the way. I follow you because you take us with you...day by day. You're a treasure young Lady.

[@JeniferJourneys]

Thank you for your kind reflections. ❤️ I've thought about the book idea. And maybe one day. For whatever reason it doesn't seem right for right now. I think one day, it'll be clear to me exactly what story I want to tell in that format, and then it will be time to write it down. For now I do very much enjoy being able to share this way, day by day. 🙂

[@Gerdien2000]

You're a lovable person and that works for you. 😊

[@JeniferJourneys]

Haha, most of the time. 😉 Thanks Gerdien. I've always appreciated your support and encouragement on these journeys. ❤️

[@schmitzcj]

Another great video! Cookout is great, you can't go wrong with their shakes. They're slowly expanding north (Manassas VA will have one soon)

[@JeniferJourneys]

Nice! Well, next time I'm in VA I'll know to keep a lookout for it. 😋

[@scotn9226]

Jennifer...I've really been enjoying following you. The intimacy and humanity you project in your narrative show you to be a wonderful human being. You're doing great...loved your comments about your camping with the school kids.

[@JeniferJourneys]

Thanks so much! Glad you've enjoyed following along. Yes, it's amazing what parts of yourself you will discover on trips like these. I was so eager to be around people! 😄

[@tomblair4688]

Really enjoyed your video. This area is close home and it was fun seeing your reaction to landmarks very familiar to me.

[@JeniferJourneys]

Well you're lucky to live in a beautiful place! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@steveyost5530]

I am really enjoying your journey in my home state. NC is such a beautiful place and you picked a great time to hike it. I've liked, subscribed and commented because you deserve a lot more subscribers for your awesome work on your videos.

[@JeniferJourneys]

Thank you! I appreciate the support and I'm glad you like the videos!

[@CountryFriedZombie]

Was it a bare bear butt? Lol. Pro tip... if you struggle throwing up a line to hang a bear bag, you can use an improvised slingshot to shoot up the rock.

[@JeniferJourneys]

Heh. I suspect my improvised sling shot skills may be just as lacking.

[@keithburris8470]

Awesome video young lady, I’m so glad I found your channel.

[@JeniferJourneys]

Thanks! Glad you like the videos!

[@sandeefrei5820]

Jenn I know it's been a couple months since you posted these but thank you so much for sharing your story of the interaction you had with the older gentlemen. So beautifully said. And like you we all can use some reminding of our need to treat each other with kindness. So enjoy you and your travels. You have a beautiful soul.

[@JeniferJourneys]

Thanks for sharing. I'm glad that story resonated with you. It seems to be a lesson I can learn over and over and it is an impactful and poignant reminder each time. ❤️

[@justinmassey2003]

Just found your channel. You came through my neck of the woods on this video!

[@JeniferJourneys]

Awesome! It's a beautiful area to live in!

[@cynthiaberry2019]

Just beautiful! I am glad you had sone company one night! You are mentally tough to be in your own so much.

[@JeniferJourneys]

Thanks! Haha, yes I was clearly so glad for the company too! Being solo has its merits. But sometimes we all need to hear a voice other than our own. 🤪

[@miaraymond4238]

How did you get the segment 4 topographic map

[@JeniferJourneys]

I primarily used apps on my phone for mapping. Most of the time I used the MST app, which I think no longer exists. However the MST is now on FarOut which is a very popular app for thruhiking. Alltrails, OnX backcountry, and Gaia are all other mapping apps I've used.

[@paulchappin3235]

Hooray for video 4! Gotta get out to Linville Gorge.

[@JeniferJourneys]

It's gorgeous. You'd love it. And it's a little closer than the smokies.

[@tangenttrails]

Nice! Lots of beautiful views! We hiked this section back in June.

[@JeniferJourneys]

It was one of my favorites.

[@beckyjay8073]

You are beautiful inside and out

[@JeniferJourneys]

❤️ Thank you

[@forkintherode8236]

We're newcomers to your channel but I have to say I love that hat! Looks a lot like mine. Nice videos take care

[@JeniferJourneys]

Haha thanks! Yep. It's a well traveled one.

[@forkintherode8236]

@@JeniferJourneys 👍

[@liri2209]

😊🌼

[@JeniferJourneys]

🙂

[@mickreid7153]

Hi, that looked a very picturesque section, hope you told the kids what you were doing! Perhaps one would give it a try in years to come. Great filming thanks for taking us along! 🖖👍👊😊

[@JeniferJourneys]

Haha, yes they were mostly just silent with big eyes. But maybe one day they will! They're certainly off to a good start already.

[@spuriouseffect]

All of us on this side of the screen feel like we're there with you. We laugh with you, and cry with you, go through the struggles with you, and enjoy your triumphs. You give us so much, and in return you look back into an empty, lonely, lifeless camera. I wish that you could feel the way that you make us feel, when you take us along on your journeys. It means a lot to many of us. It gives me hope that I'll get back out on trial and find happiness again in this world.

[@JeniferJourneys]

I'm glad you feel like you are there with me. That's honestly the goal, and it makes the camera not seem as lifeless as you'd expect. I imagine I'm talking to a friend or even myself, and it feels like the stories are heard and held. Thank you for being a part of that.

[@sking1459]

Just such a treat being along on another adventure with you. Your outlook on the world is so refreshing. Thanks for the work you do and time you spend on the videos- well done and so look forward to them. 😀

[@JeniferJourneys]

So glad you enjoy them. 🙂 Thank you!

[@janemchugh1246]

Thank you, your experiences touch my soul!

[@JeniferJourneys]

❤️ I'm glad. Thanks for sharing that.

[@suecox8355]

🦋♥️

[@JeniferJourneys]

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[@suecox8355]

Jennifer how can I reach out to you. You either already in segment or just starting

[@suecox8355]

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[@JeniferJourneys]

Hi Sue! You can use this email: [e-mail]

[@suecox8355]

@@JeniferJourneys where are you now