We Backpacked the Pine Mountain Trail backwards - Starting at Mile 23 | FDR State Park | Georgia

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As most of you know this is our local trail and we decided to backpack it again this year from the opposite direction! We started at the WJSV Tower (Mile 23). We get tons of questions about the PMT so I try to address the main ones in this video!
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[@ctrawick3]

We are absolutely blessed to live about 20 min away from PMT, so we hike it a few times each week (and have been for the past 28 years!), and it absolutely is fantastic. Plus, Three Little Pigs is the best thing on planet earth.

[@NaomisAdventures]

Nice trail

[@SouthernHike]

We love this trail! Thanks for watching!

[@SeniorHiker77]

I was stunned that you gave me a shoutout at Sparks Creek campsite and yes it's one of my favorite sites. You did an excellent job documenting the PMT. I've eat at the 3 little pigs for over 30 years. I love their new location.

[@SouthernHike]

Thanks John! WE LOVE THEIR BBQ!

[@JourneyontheTrail]

Really nice looking trail there. Thanks for sharing!

[@SouthernHike]

We love having this trail close to home! Thanks for watching!

[@whatsthatguydoin8603]

Very cool Trail. Great job.

[@SouthernHike]

Thank you!!!

[@iblamesummers]

0:13 going to watch the Southern Hike sock video now. 🥾🧦

[@SouthernHike]

Hahaha

[@mpark678]

Nice video👍 Senior Hiker 77 told me about your channel. Thru hike 23 miles in 1 night 2 days. You guys strong. 🙂

[@SouthernHike]

Thank Mike!! We like to put down some miles haha. Hope to backpack with you guys soon!

[@mpark678]

That sounds good! But I don't think me and senior can catch up you guys.😂❤

[@SouthernHike]

🤣🤣 no worries we can just camp together!

[@mpark678]

@@SouthernHike That sounds better! 😁

[@tinman-uf4to]

I enjoyed watching your video, looked like a fun hike guys 😊

[@SouthernHike]

Appreciate you watching and your kind words!

[@OutsideComfortZone]

Ya'll are so close to my place in Atlanta! I'm gonna have to make a trip south to this park now that the weather is cool. Thanks, SH!

[@SouthernHike]

It’s an awesome spot! And super close! Come on down 85! Haha thanks for watching!

[@awksedgreep]

Great video. Headed there this weekend for the first time. Subbed.

[@SouthernHike]

Awesome Mark! Great trail. Appreciate your support!

[@alanrouse1]

My wife and I are planning to go to FDR next week and found your channel looking for more info. Nice channel! We have really enjoyed watching your hikes.

[@SouthernHike]

Awesome! We love the PMT! And thank you so much for your support!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Wish we could have met up on the PMT! That weekend, we were at Little Bridges Campsite and we hiked out at 10 or so we definitely would have missed running into each other. Such a great trail! Look forward to meeting you this week in KY!

[@SouthernHike]

I know man!! We weren't sure we were going until last minute so I decided not to reach out to anyone. And I can't wait either man! Going to be a great trip!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

@@SouthernHike I talked to Senior Hiker 77 and we are talking about doing the live stream on a regular basis. Maybe we can all meet up one weekend and shoot a live KZbin stream from the PMT. Let me know if you are interested. See ya soon!

[@SouthernHike]

@@MetroOnTheMove that would be awesome dude! let's talk about it this weekend!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

@@SouthernHike Sounds good! Who knows, we might go live this weekend if we have service. Talk soon!

[@bradyward8579]

Hoping to hike this trail soon. I was “playing” with my hiking gear just yesterday trying to do a gear shakedown in preparation

[@SouthernHike]

Awesome!!

[@Meomeo123]

Hi💞💓🧡

[@SeniorHiker77]

Ok Taylor I gave you and Rachel a shout out plus put your yt link in the description box.

[@SouthernHike]

Just watched. Thank you so much!

[@aheathenoutdoors4947]

I am solo backpacking this with my dog over the Thanksgiving break and starting at the tower. I am making it a loop that comes out to about 25-26 miles total. Ironically, I am staying at Bethel one night...lol. Guess I should have paid better attention to your other video.

[@SouthernHike]

Haha if your hammock camping it’s not bad at all. If your by yourself there is like one good spot for a tent. Haha. You’ll be fine! Site just sits on a hill so makes it frustrating to level a tent. Thanks for watching!

[@OutOnTrail]

You earned that orange slice! Good info on campsites and trip planning... Nice to see y'all out on the trail again! You weren't kidding when you said you'd be putting your tent up in low light 😅

[@SouthernHike]

Haha we are getting good at it! Seems to always happen to us when we winter backpack. Nothing a good head lamp can’t fix. Thanks for watching!!

[@SeniorHiker77]

I usually hike 23~0. Whiskey Still is one of our least favorite campsites. It is strategically located for though hikers. Trekking poles tents might have some issues. Good luck.

[@SouthernHike]

I don’t like the water situation but kind of like the campsite. Just has a unique vibe to it. And for might be more difficult for trekking pole tents. We mentioned you in the video when we passed Sparks Creek. Thanks for watching John!

[@koluver101]

Great video!! I was wondering how y'all got to the tower trail head with your truck parked at the beginning of the trail? The website states there is no shuttle service available. Thanks in advance!!

[@SouthernHike]

We had a family member drop us off at mile 23!

[@koluver101]

@@SouthernHike Thank you!!

[@traditionalbowhunter5862]

nice!!! i am planning to do to the 23 through hike next month. question: how do you get to the trail head, when you park your vehicle at the end of the trail? thanks!

[@SouthernHike]

It’s an awesome trail! So we have family close, and just get someone to drop us off. If you make a post in the Facebook group normally people are willing to help!

[@BackpackingWithJason]

Beautiful hiking trail. Nice waterfall and creek. Looked like you two we’re having fun. Can’t wait to go backpacking with you two.

[@SouthernHike]

Heck yeah dude!!

[@bhgant813]

Are there any shuttle options if bringing just one vehicle? Great video! Looking to do this in the near future.

[@SouthernHike]

Thank you! And sadly there is no official shuttle. My best recommendation is to get on the facebook group and just make a post mentioning when your trying to get on trail.

[@BackpackingwithBuckley]

I feel like I'm getting to know this trail thanks to all you southern folk! I love the campsites on this trail.

[@SouthernHike]

Haha I actually thought about that. Other KZbinrs that watch our channels have learned this trail well. 😂

[@malcolmsmith8858]

Hi Taylor and Rachael! Great videos on the PMT. I’ve been looking into it a lot lately. Know anyone in the area I could go to for a possible shuttle from one end to the other?

[@SouthernHike]

It’s an awesome trail!! So the best way is to make a post on the Facebook PMT group. Just make sure to find the right group. Multiple Pine Mountains trails. Haha

[@malcolmsmith8858]

Good idea. I’ll give that a shot for sure when the time comes, Thanks for responding!

[@KUEHLKUEST]

Thanks for taking us along! We cant wait to hike together!

[@SouthernHike]

Us too!! Thank you for watching guys!

[@yelyharmony2047]

How's the weather and snow in December in FDR? I'm in Florida and I'd like to use that trail and park to start my training and conditioning for a bigger project...but I don't even know snow yet.So...What to expect?

[@SouthernHike]

It’s very rare we get snow. Maybe once every 4-5 years in a 3 month span. And it always melts within 24 hours. You should be fine.

[@yelyharmony2047]

@@SouthernHike thanks a lot

[@gregmortonoutdoors]

That looks like a lot of fun. Someday I'll get out of the state but I still have many trails to hit here.

[@SouthernHike]

Don’t blame you. You live in the heaven of backpacking. :) let us know if you ever want to visit our green tunnel! Well give you some southern hospitality!

[@Caveman_OS_Hiking]

I'll be doing the trail last weekend in February, what kind of temp/weather will I be in for?

[@SouthernHike]

It’s Georgia so it can be hard to say. 😂 Right now we are still seeing consistent lows in the 30s and 60s during the day.

[@JonathansMommy1]

Hello, enjoyed your video. I am hoping to do the PMT next month but cant find anyone to shuttle me from the Country Kitchen to the TV tower. Do you know of anyone who can provide this service? Thanks!

[@SouthernHike]

Have you checked the Facebook group? Usually the best way to find someone to shuttle you.

[@joshuaryer339]

awesome video. Me and my wife just got all our gear and looking forward to getting into backpacking. Living in GA we will for sure be looking to hit this trail. Thanks for the videos

[@SouthernHike]

Thats awesome! Its additive! Thanks for watching!