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Appalachian Trail Shuttles and Public Transportation November 26, 2007

Tips for deterring vandals:

Dear Shuttle User,

Remove all valuables from your vehicle. This includes CDs, sunglasses, and expensive stereos. If you must leave valuables unattended, lock items out of sight. Leave glove box empty and open (but take care not to run down your vehicle’s battery).

This listing is provided as an information service for A.T. hikers and does not constitute an endorsement by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy of the dependability or safety of the individual service providers. While some service providers may be members of the ATC, they are not representatives, employees or agents of the ATC and their services are not in any way affiliated with ATC. We recommend that you arrange your shuttle at the beginning of your hike and walk back to your car. This way you are not bound to a rigid schedule once you start your hike. Many people on this list shuttle on their time off. Arrangements are best made at least 1-2 weeks in advance. Rates. ATC does not set rates. Each service provider sets its own rates; it is up to you to determine whether these are equitable. Rates in this listing may no longer be current due to recent increases in gas prices. For individuals who do not have set rates, we ask you to consider the cost of gas, vehicle maintenance, insurance, and the driver’s time when making an offer. Parking and Access. The official A.T. guidebooks and maps, available from ATC’s website and local outfitters, offer detailed information about trailhead parking and trail access points. Additional information, posted by hikers and trail clubs, can be found at http://appalachiantrail.rohland.org, a Web site created and maintained by the Rohlands. Trailhead Vandalism. Some trailhead parking areas may be subject to vandalism; check with the local trail club or land-managing agency before leaving a car in an unattended location to find out if there is a history of problems. Local businesses will sometimes allow you to park your car for a fee. Trailheads with known problems are noted in this listing.

Park vehicle in the open, away from trees and shrubs where vandals can hide. Don’t back in with the hatch or trunk facing the woods. Label all your gear. Write down brand name, serial and models of your equipment. Engrave or permanently mark them with your personal identification. Don’t leave notes for friends advising them of your plans. Report theft, vandalism and suspicious persons and activities to the local land manager or police and ATC at [email protected].

Please contact the ATC if any information on our shuttle list needs to be corrected or if you wish to comment on the service received: Appalachian Trail Conservancy P.O. Box 807 Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 (304) 535-6331 [email protected] This listing is posted on our website. Visit www.appalachiantrail.org for the latest edition of this listing, trail conditions, and a wealth of information about the Appalachian Trail.

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is a volunteer-based nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of the 2,175mile Appalachian National Scenic Trail, a 250,000-acre greenway extending from Maine to Georgia. Our mission is to ensure that future generations will enjoy the clean air and water, scenic vistas, wildlife and opportunities for recreation and renewal along the entire Trail corridor.

A.T. Shuttles and Public Transportation Listed south to north by location of shuttle provider Before your hike, be sure to check for Trail Updates at www.appalachiantrail.org/updates.

Services are listed south to north by location of shuttle provider.

Marty Rogers Atlanta, GA [email protected] (404) 256-2907 home (678) 576-6315 cell Atlanta airport, train & bus stations to Amicalola or Springer—$75. Can stop at REI outfitters en route.

TRAILWIDE Greyhound Bus Lines (800) 231-2222; www.greyhound.com Trailways Bus Lines (800) 343-9999; www.trailways.com Few trail towns are accessed directly by bus, but larger towns 10 or 20 miles away often are; shuttlers can usually get you the rest of the way. FLORIDA to GEORGIA Appalachian Services Melbourne, FL 32904 Cherokee, NC 28719 828-507-5747 [email protected] AppalachianServices.com Full-service hiker support since 2001. Same-day shuttle to/from GA or Western NC from/to Northern 1/3 of FL. Special rates for small groups. Other areas of equal distance served also. All areas & sections of the AT served with advance notice. Vehicle relocation available. Please email or call for details. Richard Stanton Cocoa, FL (321) 537-6111 cell Central Florida to Springer Mtn. and trailheads in Georgia. Cost of gas plus tip. GEORGIA Airport/bus terminals to Springer/Amicalola only Unitaxi Gainesville, GA (770) 534-5355, (770) 297-0255 One block from Amtrak, six blocks from bus station. 24 hrs. a day. $65 to Amicalola Falls Lodge, $85 to USFS 42, $5 EAP. All of north GA. Dogs OK, cash/travelers checks only.

Kelly Fields Elijay, GA (706) 635-6730 home (706) 276-1167 message Taxi/shuttle service to Springer Mt. and points in between Chattanooga, Atlanta, and Knoxville airports. GEORGIA Atlanta to southern terminus and elsewhere on Georgia A.T. A.T. Hiker Hostel Josh & Leigh Saint "Profile & Almanac" Dahlonega, GA (770) 312-7342 [email protected] www.hikerhostel.com Shuttles from Atlanta airport to Gainesville, Amicalola Falls, Springer, and other points on A.T. in GA. Resupply (stop at outfitter), fuel, and hostel also available. See also : ♦ Jeff & Nancy Hoch, first entry under North Carolina/Tenn. (Smokies area). Paddy's Taxi Dahlonega, GA (404) 606-5499 Atlanta airport to Amicalola Falls or Woody Gap, flat rate of $100. Gainesville to Amicalola Falls or Woody Gap, flat rate of $60. Dahlonega to Amicalola Falls or Woody Gap, flat rate of $40. Merchandise deliveries to Woody gap $30 + cost of supplies; $40 to Amicalola Falls.

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North Georgia Mtn. Outfitters, LLC East Ellijay, GA www.hikenorthgeorgia.com [email protected] Atlanta airport, Marta stations, A.T. in Georgia. Sabin Wes Wisson Suches, GA (706) 747-2671 [email protected] Atlanta airport and N. Georgia. Will go as far as Fontana to help a hiker in need. Jonathan Welch Arrive Alive Helen Taxi (706) 892-4067 Helen, GA Atlanta, Gainesville, Amicalola Falls, and all A.T. trail heads north as far as Asheville, NC. $3 minimum, $3/per mile. $2 EAP. “Fully insured, bonded, and licensed,” and a member of the White County Chamber of Commerce. Can transport up to 4 in car, up to 7 in van. David R. Hopes Blue Ridge, GA [email protected] www.itsyourtriptaxi.com (706) 633-3668 All-wheel-drive mini-van; up to four hikers and gear from Atlanta or Chattanooga airports to Amicalola Falls or Springer Mountain ($100 for first hiker, $10 additional; pets welcome). Also local service from Blue Ridge, GA to trail connectors. Offers lodging in their home. For long-distance shuttles, see also : ♦ Multiple listings in NC and TN.

GEORGIA A.T. shuttles only Scott Dowling Conley, GA (404) 362-1271 office (404) 375-0149 cell [email protected] All of N. GA. Pat Roberts or Joyce Tree Dahlonega, GA (706) 864-3229 [email protected] Springer Mt. to Neels Gap. Vehicle storage available.

This listing is provided as an information service for A.T. hikers and does not constitute an endorsement by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) of the dependability or safety of the individual service providers. While some service providers may be members of the ATC, they are not representatives, employees or agents of the ATC and their services are not in any way affiliated with ATC.

A.T. Shuttles and Public Transportation Listed south to north by location of shuttle provider Lumpkin County Transit Dahlonega, GA. Mon-Fri. 8-4:30, call day in advance (706) 864-6900. Service in Lumpkin County only: Dahlonega to Woody or Neels Gap. 13 to 15 miles: $9; >15 miles: $1/mile. Ron Brown Shuttles for hikers headed out on the A.T. from Amicalola Falls State Park to surrounding areas. Will go as far as Suches/Woody Gap. Call for rates. [email protected] (706) 636-2825 home (706) 669-0919 cell Woody Gap (Ga. 60) trailhead parking note: Vehicle break-in (attempted theft of CD player and theft of CDs); unconfirmed report of stolen car 3/07. Unicoi Gap (Ga. 75) trailhead parking – Several incidents of vandalism in spring of 2003. Bob and Mary Swift Chattahoochee Ridge Lodge P.O. Box 175 Helen, GA 30545 (800) 476-8331 (706) 878-3144. [email protected] Springer thru the Smokies. Rate: 50¢/ mile, $7 to Unicoi. Reduced shuttle rate for hikers staying at lodge. NORTH CAROLINA South of Smokies See also : ♦ Most Smokies area shuttlers Darlene Swofford Franklin, NC (828) 524 3265 home (706) 201 7719 cell [email protected] [email protected] Springer Mtn. - Hot Springs, NC Rate depends on time and distance.

Ron Haven Budget Inn (828) 524-4403 and Saphhire Inn (828) 524-4406 Franklin, NC Shuttles from Franklin to Rock Gap, Wallace Gap, Wayah Gap, Winding Stair Gap. To/from Hiawassee, NOC, Standing Indian Cmpgrd; Atlanta and Asheville airports; Waynesville, Asheville, and Gainesville, GA bus stations. 1 hour advance notice for local shuttles; 24 hours for long-distance shuttles. Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) Bryson City, NC www.noc.com (828) 488-2175, ext. 222 NOC does not offer shuttle service, but employees may be able to on their time off. NOC is located in Wesser, on A.T. Jude Julius Bryson City, NC (2 miles from A.T. at Wesser/NOC) 828-488-6399 home 828-736-0086 cell Springer Mtn., GA to Hot Springs, NC Has van and can hold up to 4 or 5 hikers. Mark Laubler Bryson City, NC (828) 788-0307 [email protected] Nantahala River to Newfound Gap. John Newman Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828) 349-9087 home (828) 506-5266 cell [email protected] Winding Stair Gap to Davenport Gap- esp. in and out of Wesser. Not a shuttle service; interested in helping long distance hikers if they need support or assistance. Stecoah Gap (NC 143/Sweetwater Creek Road) trailhead parking note: Vandalism reported (4 tires slashed and window broken) 6/06. Phil Capper Robbinsville, NC (2 miles from Stecoah Gap) (828) 479-1077 or (828) 735-3368 [email protected] www.thecabininthewoods.com 25 mile radius of Stecoah Gap, 20¢/mile, free to those staying at “The Cabin in the Woods.”

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NORTH CAROLINA/TENNESSEE Smokies area Jeff and Nancy Hoch The Hike Inn (formerly Fontana Motel) Fontana, NC (828) 479-3677 www.thehikeinn.com Atlanta, Knoxville & Asheville airports/bus stations; any point between Erwin, Tenn., and Atlanta. 24/7, year-round. Colleen Irby Whittier, NC (828) 497-2547 [email protected] Neels Gap, GA to Erwin, TN; $1.00/mile roundtrip. Trailhead parking note: Newfound Gap– occasional vandalism. Cherokee Transit/Cherokee Trails New shuttle route (Park Trail) runs through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP) on Newfound Gap Road (U.S. 441) between Gatlinburg, NC and Cherokee, TN. Driver will stop at the Gatlinburg/ (GSMNP) Visitor’s Center. Terminals/ticket offices are at Cherokee Trails Welcome Center on U.S. 441 N/Tsali Blvd. and Gatlinburg VC. Roundtrips may start and end at either terminals or at Newfound Gap (A.T. crossing). Hiker drop-offs and pickups are availble, by advance arrangement, at any GSMNP pull-over on the route.Tickets may be purchased from the driver or at ticket booths. $12.00 round-trip $7.00 one way, cash and traveler’s checks only. Discounts for families, groups, and seniors. MayDecember buses run 7 days per week; January-April Friday through Monday only. For more info and schedules: (866) 388-6071 or (828) 497-5296 TDD/TYY dial 711 www.cherokee-nc.com Appalachian Services Bill Johnson Cherokee, NC 28719 828-507-5747 [email protected] www.AppalachianServices.com A.T. from Amicalola Falls State Park and Springer Mountain, GA to Damascus, VA. Full-service hiker support since 2001 including trailhead re-supply, dog shuttle/kennel, and vehicle relocation services. Airport, bus, train shuttles to/from most stations between Atlanta,

This listing is provided as an information service for A.T. hikers and does not constitute an endorsement by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) of the dependability or safety of the individual service providers. While some service providers may be members of the ATC, they are not representatives, employees or agents of the ATC and their services are not in any way affiliated with ATC.

A.T. Shuttles and Public Transportation Listed south to north by location of shuttle provider GA, Asheville, NC & Knoxville, TN. Longrange (i.e. interstate) shuttles available. Year around, 7 days/week. 24 hour emergency assistance available. A Walk in the Woods Erik and Vesna Plakanis Gatlinburg, TN (865) 436-8283 [email protected] www.awalkinthewoods.com All points in Smokies; Springer to Damascus; also hiker resupply. A.T. hiker discount. Info on trail conditions, shelters, weather and any other advice needed. Guided hikes on A.T. and side trails in Smokies available. Dog shuttles and canine boarding. Bill's Wheels Gatlinburg, TN (865) 748-6312 (24-Hour cell) [email protected] Springer Mtn., GA to Damascus, VA and Atlanta Airport. Hiker support services, including fuel, mail drop, etc. & will shuttle to/from airports & bus stations within our service area. Service to all trails within the Smoky Mountain Park Park & offer special re-supply shuttles from Newfound Gap / Clingman's Dome into Cherokee or Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge area. Available 365 days a year at just about any hour, however extremely early or extremely late shuttles are price-adjusted accordingly. Advance notice appreciated. Smoke-free service. Call or email for more info or assistance. If your call goes to voice mail please leave a message. All Park Taxi, LLC Gatlinburg, TN (865) 908-0911 [email protected] $1.00 -$1.50/mile. Credit cards not accepted. Springer Mtn., GA to Erwin, TN. John Clabough, Rocky Top Tours Pigeon Forge, TN (877) 315-8687 (toll free) (865) 429-8687 or (865) 453-0864 www.rockytoptours.com Will take groups (minimum of five) Springer Mt. to Erwin, TN $1/mile for groups. Will shuttle one hiker to Newfound Gap for $30; $5 for each additional hiker).

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Nina Valentine Laurel Springs Resort Cosby, TN (423) 487-5081 Located near northern end of Smokies. Springer to Damascus. Available anytime. Drives your car and parks it at the motel. Grubby hikers welcome.

Sue Konapka Asheville, NC [email protected] (828) 299-1219 Fontana Dam to Hot Springs area.

Highlands Shuttle Service Ron McGaha Newport, TN (423) 625-0739 home (865) 322-2752 cell [email protected] www.bellsouthpwp2.net/m/d/mdron/ mcgahahome.htm Rock Gap/Standing Indian (NC) to Spivey Gap (US 19W) at TN/NC crossing or anywhere in between. Side trips anywhere in the Smokies. Can also pick up at Knoxville airport/bus station and provide re-supply and mail drops. Advance notice if possible.

Bill Grace Mars Hill, NC 28754 Available April-Nov. only. (828) 689-3643 [email protected] Accepts mail drops (lives near Big Bald). Smokies to Damascus.

Trailhead parking note: DO NOT PARK overnight at Davenport Gap. This location has a history of vandalism. Park at Big Creek Ranger Station in seasons when rangers are present. NORTH CAROLINA/TENNESSEE North of the Smokies See also : ♦ All shuttle providers listed in the Smokies area. Bluff Mountain Outfitters Hot Springs, NC (828) 622- 7162 [email protected] www.bluffmountain.com Springer Mtn. to Troutville, VA. Full service store. Advance notice appreciated. Ken Brown Hot Springs, NC (828) 622-7232 Damascus to Fontana Dam $1.25/mile, one way. Elmer Hall, The Sunnybank Inn Hot Springs, NC (828) 622-7206 Damascus to Wesser. 50¢/mile.

Trailhead parking note: Allen Gap – vandalism reported 5/28/04.

Janet Hensley Erwin, TN (423) 743-1932, [email protected] Hot Springs to Damascus Philip Rogers Erwin, TN (423) 743-3321 home (423) 743-7232 office (423) 612-1295 cell [email protected] Davenport Gap to Damascus Knoxville, Asheville, and Tri-Cities airports. John & Charlotte Shores The Nolichucky Hostel Erwin, TN [email protected] www.unclejohnnys.net (423) 735-0548 hostel (423) 735-7366 secondary Davenport Gap to Damascus and area airports. Several vehicles available; parking available. Kent W. Garland Erwin, TN (423) 743-8554 work (423) 743-5585 home Sam’s Gap to Rt. 19E. Available, at times, to shuttle. Contact in advance, if possible. Connie and Phillip Edmondson “Ceecee” and “Pack Rat” (828) 688-9948 [email protected] Bakersville, NC (near Roan Mtn.) Hot Springs to Damascus. $1/mile. Carvers Gap Trailhead parking note: Occasional incidents of vandalism have occurred here. Most recent incident: 1/06.

This listing is provided as an information service for A.T. hikers and does not constitute an endorsement by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) of the dependability or safety of the individual service providers. While some service providers may be members of the ATC, they are not representatives, employees or agents of the ATC and their services are not in any way affiliated with ATC.

A.T. Shuttles and Public Transportation Listed south to north by location of shuttle provider Trailhead parking note: DO NOT PARK overnight at US19E/Bear Branch Rd. This location has a history of vandalism. Barry "Trailmeister" Creek Johnson City, TN (423) 928-1621 work (423) 928-8879 home (423) 741-5265 cell [email protected] Fontana to US 81 in Virginia Sutton Brown Brown's Supermarket Hampton, TN (423) 725-2411 store (423) 725-2262 home [email protected] Near Watauga Lake. Hot Springs to Damascus. Also runs a hostel. Dan PropstBlountville, TN [email protected] 828-773-2816 Hot Springs, NC to Bland, VA. SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA Including Pearisburg area Damascus-to-Mt. Rogers area trailhead parking warning: Numerous auto thefts have occurred from Damascus to Mt. Rogers since ‘99. Targets have often been 4wd/SUV/ trucks. Damascus parking warning:

A Toyota Takoma and trailer was stolen 5/07 from parking lot in Damascus. Police report that a theft ring has been active in the area, seeking out Toyota Takoma trucks. Mt. Rogers Outfitters Jeff Patrick Damascus, VA 24236 www.mtrogersoutfitters.com (276) 475-5416 Hot Springs to Pearisburg; $1/mile one way, includes shower on return; hostel $10/night; long-term private parking lot: $2/day. SunDog Outfitters Damascus, VA (276) 475-6252 www.sundogoutfitter.com Outfitter offers shuttles, mail drops, long-term hiker parking.

Abingdon, VA bus service discontinued. The Greyhound bus station in Abingdon closed in Jan. 2004. Va. 600/ Elk Garden Trailhead parking warning: An SUV was stolen here June ’07. Va. 603/Fox Creek trailhead parking warning: This trailhead has a history of thefts and attempted break-ins. Most recent incident: 7/06. Peggy Sexton Sugar Grove, VA (276) 677-3351 work, (call 5am to 9am) Damascus to Pearisburg. Hikers may park at her residence. Your car or hers. Lodging– special rates for hikers; restaurant. Mt. Rogers NRA Headquarters temporary parking restriction - Due to construction work at the headquarters building, overnight parking will not be permitted at the Mt. Rogers NRA headquarters on VA Rt. 16 near the town of Marion. Day parking will still be permitted, and the visitor center will remain open during the construction work. Overnight hikers may leave vehicles parked on the north side of VA Rt. 16 (across from the headquarters entrance) during this time. Marion Greyhound Bus station located 7 miles west of A.T. at Va. 16 (by Mt. Rogers HQ, not to be confused with Va. 16 crossing at Dickey Gap 15 miles south on the A.T.). Sawnie Robertson ("Kinnickinic") [email protected] Damascus to Bland Contact by e-mail and provide name, trail name (if you have one), phone number, location and date of desired shuttle. Relax Inn, ask for Miki. On A.T. at junction of Va. 683, US 11, and I-81 (Groseclose exit) near Atkins, Va (276) 783-5811 motel (276) 783-4135 home Pearisburg to Damascus. Advance notice required. Long-term parking available; free for guests, otherwise $5.

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Bluefield, WV Greyhound Bus Station is located 12 miles north of US 52. Wytheville Greyhound Bus Station is located 16 miles south of A.T. crossing at US 52 (between Bland and Bastian). Sam Wells Bluefield, VA (276) 322-5252 Damascus to Roanoke. Bill Gautier Pearisburg, VA (540) 921-4673 Damascus to Waynesboro; $1.00/mile, one way. Buck and Brenda Rendezvous Motel Pearisburg, VA [email protected] (540) 921-2636 Damascus to Waynesboro Charles Ganoe Lupo's Taxi & Shuttle Service Narrows, VA (540) 726-2172 Kathy Shipman Narrows, VA (540) 726-2983 [email protected] Shuttles in Bland, Giles and Craig counties and to Blacksburg. See also : ♦ Barry “Trailmeister” Creek and Dan Propst under North Carolina/Tennessee. CENTRAL VIRGINIA North of Pearisburg Southpaw's A.T. Shuttle Jeff Williams Catawba,VA (540) 384-6782 (after 6pm) Pearisburg north to Bearwallow Gap/Va. Rt. 43, including Pearisburg, Catawba, Buchanan, and Troutville. Pick up/drop off at Roanoke airport or bus station Avail. 7 days/wk., one week advance notice appreciated.

This listing is provided as an information service for A.T. hikers and does not constitute an endorsement by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) of the dependability or safety of the individual service providers. While some service providers may be members of the ATC, they are not representatives, employees or agents of the ATC and their services are not in any way affiliated with ATC.

A.T. Shuttles and Public Transportation Listed south to north by location of shuttle provider Maurice Turner Boones Mill, VA (near Roanoke) [email protected] (540) 334-2128 Call anytime. Pearisburg to James River. Roanoke Greyhound Bus Station is about 10 miles from the A.T. crossing at US 220 near Cloverdale, and 17 miles from the A.T. crossing at VA 311 near Catawba. Homer and Therese Witcher Daleville, VA (540) 992-3932 [email protected] (Live 2 miles from intersection of I-81 and US 220.) Will shuttle anywhere, when available. Delwood Schechterly Fincastle, VA (Roanoke area) (540) 992-1527 home (540) 529-6028 cell. [email protected]. 50 miles north & south from Troutville. Robert M. Bird Rockbridge Taxi Service Buena Vista, VA (540) 261-7733 (540) 261-8816 8 pm – 12 am best time to call to arrange pick-up. Rate locally $2/mile. $50 to Staunton, $70 to Roanoke, $90 to Charlottesville, $275 to DC. Prefer 24 hours notice. Can carry 2 or 3 hikers with packs; more without packs. Mary Ann Williams Lexington, VA (540) 463-2068 Rockfish Gap to James River. Sometimes as far as Jennings Creek or Front Royal. Please call in advance. James River/U.S. 501 trailhead parking note: Vandalism reported here 6/9/06 and 4/07.

See also : ♦ Beverly Leikkanen, under Shenandoah. SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK Rockfish Gap Tourist Information Center maintains a list of volunteers who shuttle hikers between Rockfish Gap and Waynesboro, Va. For current list, call (540) 943-5187 9am-6pm May–Oct., 9am5pm Nov.-April. Pam Bennett Waynesboro, VA (434) 325-8029 weekday (540) 943-9413 eves and weekends [email protected] Available early mornings, evenings and weekends. Willing to travel a radius of 100 miles in any direction from Waynesboro (Rockfish Gap) for shuttle service when available. Plenty of advance notice advised and appreciated. Dogs welcome. Participates in the Waynesboro volunteer local shuttle network. America First Rent-A-Car 1400 Greenville Ave. Staunton, VA 24401 (540) 851-4840 (800) 314-7368 Will pick up hikers at Afton Mountain Chevron at Rockfish Gap or service station at bottom of hill in Waynesboro and bring to office to fill out paperwork. Must be age 23 or older, have major credit card and valid driver’s license. Beverly Leikkanen Charlottesville, VA (434) 823-7853 (Leave message if no answer) Front Royal to James River

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Stephen G. Smith Port Republic, VA [email protected] (540) 249-3666 (evenings are best) (Located near south end of SNP) Waynesboro to Front Royal. Only available Sunday and Monday. Mountain & Valley Shuttle Service Rodney Ketterman, Jim Austin Luray, VA (540) 743-1355 (landline) (540) 671-1734 (cell) www.mvshuttle.com [email protected] Reeds Gap (19 miles south of Shenandoah) to Harpers Ferry, WV sometimes further. Also serve nearby airports, Amtrak, Greyhound. Services offered: Transportation in fully-insured, late-model vehicles, trail logistics, town assistance. Available 12 months, 7 days; 1 day or more notice appreciated. Holds a Commercial Use Authorization (CUA) to shuttle hikers in Shenandoah National Park. Clients for long-distance shuttles may stay one night at A.T.-style shelter on shuttler’s property, with outside access to hot shower, flush toilet, and other amenities, at no charge. Bobby Jenkins Luray, VA (540) 743-3214 home (540) 742-4714 cell (888) 743-3915 at Page County Chamber of Commerce, Sat. & Sun. Harpers Ferry to Rockfish Gap and beyond. See also : ♦ River & Trail Outfitters under Maryland.

Al's Radio Cabs Waynesboro, VA 22980 (540) 949-8245 Rockfish Gap or Swift Run Gap.

Earl and Lois Arnold Montebello, VA (540) 377-2119 [email protected] [email protected] Rockfish Gap to James River Also operate B&B; Free lunch for thruhikers, 11-1, May to June.

This listing is provided as an information service for A.T. hikers and does not constitute an endorsement by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) of the dependability or safety of the individual service providers. While some service providers may be members of the ATC, they are not representatives, employees or agents of the ATC and their services are not in any way affiliated with ATC.

A.T. Shuttles and Public Transportation Listed south to north by location of shuttle provider NORTHERN VIRGINIA Mike Evans Chester Gap, VA (near Front Royal) (540) 539-0509 cell Rockfish Gap to Harpers Ferry only. Up to 6 hikers w/packs. L.C. Cab Co. 211 South Royal Avenue Front Royal, VA (540) 636-1070 About $1/mile. Will go anywhere. Sharon Johnson Front Royal, VA (540) 622-6422 (home) (703) 615-5612 (cell) Rockfish Gap (southern terminus of Shenandoah NP) north to Harpers Ferry, shuttles to and from Washington Dulles Airport. Also offers hikers loft for overnighters, a fifteen-minute walk from the A.T. Linden trailhead parking note: Trailhead parking is no longer available at Va. 638 near Linden. Parking is available at Va. 55/Va. 725 nearby. Trailhead parking note: Keys Gap, WV (Route 9) has a history of sporadic vandalism, which has occurred both overnight and during the day. Out-of-state cars have been disproportionately targeted. Most recent incident: 5/06. See also : ♦ Mountain & Valley Shuttle Service under Shenandoah N.P., VA. ♦ River & Trail Outfitters under Maryland. HARPERS FERRY, WV area Harpers Ferry train service: Amtrak (800) USA-RAIL. (www.amtrak.com) Mid-day service from Harpers Ferry to DC’s Union Station, frequently runs late; early evening return; both 7 days a week. Reservations required. Call toll-free number above to find out if train is running late.

Maryland Rail Commuter (MARC) (866) RIDE-MTA (410) 539-5200 www.mtamaryland.com/services/marc Two trains a day on the Brunswick line leave Harpers Ferry for Washington, DC's Union Station in the morning and return in the evening, weekdays only. Buy ticket on board when Harpers Ferry station is closed. Harpers Ferry parking note: Hikers can park vehicles for up to 2 weeks at the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park visitors center, located on the south side of US 340 at the Washington St. stoplight. You must pay a $6 entrance fee, and register your vehicle during business hours. The lot is gated at dusk. A shuttle bus runs between lower town and the visitors center. For more information, call (304) 535-6298.

River Riders Harpers Ferry, WV (800) 326-7238 (304) 535-2663 www.riverriders.com Kam’s Taxi (304) 279-5822 Ranson, WV $1.80/half mile. Special airport rates. Community Taxi Service Charles Town, WV (304) 725-3794 N. Virginia and Maryland $2.30/mile, unlimited distance. Surcharge for trips not to or from Charles Town and for crossing state lines.

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car 610-A E. Washington St. Charles Town, WV www.enterprise.com (304) 724-6605 Will pick up at ATC HQ in Harpers Ferry. No one-way rentals. See also : ♦ Shenandoah, northern Virginia, and Maryland. MARYLAND Weverton Rd. trailhead parking: Occasional incidents of vandalism have occurred here. River & Trail Outfitters Mr. Lee Baihly Knoxville, MD (near Harpers Ferry) (301) 695-5177 [email protected] S. PA to Mid Shenandoah NP. $1/mile each way. Sawbriar’s A.T. Shuttle Service Middletown, MD (301) 371-4945 Central Shenandoah to Pine Grove Furnace, PA Bill Stachoviak Hagerstown, MD (301) 791-7747 home (Leave message) [email protected] Pine Grove Furnace, PA to Harpers Ferry, weekends only. Prefers 1 week notice. Asking $1 per mile, one way.

ERU Services Kearneyville, WV (13 miles west of Harpers Ferry) (304) 724-2202 www.eruservices.com From Harpers Ferry to: Dulles ($128.50), BWI ($137.50) and Reagan ($143.20) airports; US 40 ($110); PenMar, PA ($125); Front Royal, VA ($130) Rates are for 1 or 2 people, including tax. Call for group rates. At least two-day notice recommended. Rates subject to change.

This listing is provided as an information service for A.T. hikers and does not constitute an endorsement by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) of the dependability or safety of the individual service providers. While some service providers may be members of the ATC, they are not representatives, employees or agents of the ATC and their services are not in any way affiliated with ATC.

A.T. Shuttles and Public Transportation Listed south to north by location of shuttle provider PENNSYLVANIA South of the Susquehanna River/Duncannon, Pa. Bill and Amy Reinke (a.k.a The RoseSniffers) Carroll Valley, PA (near PA/MD line) (717) 642-6855 home (717) 729-1790 cell [email protected] [email protected] Harpers Ferry, WV to Duncannon, PA. Bus service in Chambersburg, PA 10 miles west. Greyhound Bus Station open Monday - Saturday, 1 pm to 4 pm. (717) 263-1914 Boiling Springs parking note: Backpackers may utilize a township parking area at the south end of the lake, but must first obtain a permit from ATC’s regional office on 4 East First Street (on the A.T.) Thomas E. Cheffins Carlisle, PA (717) 243-8649 [email protected] Harpers Ferry, WV to Delaware Water Gap, PA. Michael Gelinas Harmony Hall School House Carlisle, PA (717) 249-3718 [email protected] As far north or south as hikers need. Bruce Dunlavy "Ishmael” P.O. Box 23 Boiling Springs, PA 17007 (717) 385-1697 cell (best) (717) 245-0457 home Caledonia to Duncannon. PENNSYLVANIA North of the Susquehanna River/Duncannon, Pa. Information on A.T. trailheads and parking in PA available at www.appalachiantrail.rohland.org

Gary and Leslie Griffin Harrisburg, PA (717) 238-3856 (717) 343-7726 cell [email protected] Caledonia State Park to Port Clinton. Pa. 501 trailhead parking note: Vandalism reported 7/06.

Ye Olde Backpacker Scott Russell, owner Orwigsburg, PA (near Port Clinton) (570) 366-2110 Duncannon to Delaware Water Gap. Also has small hostel, sleeps 9, with bunkbeds and microwave. No charge. Indoor hot shower with towel and soap is $1.50. Port Clinton public transportation: Capitol Trailways has 3-4 buses to Hamburg, Reading and Phila (flag down) (800) 333-8444 www.capitoltrailways.com. More frequent daily shuttles to Cabela’s Outf. (2 miles east) on Schuykill Transit System (www.go-sts.com); from there BartaBus goes to Hamburg and Reading (www.bartabus.com) (610) 921-0601. Connections to NYC from Reading via Bieber Trailways (800) 243-2374. Janet Goloub Treichlers, PA (610) 767-1287 NJ Sec. 6, PA Sections 1-6; Swatara Gap to Blairstown Rd. The Stempas Kunkletown, PA [email protected] (610) 381-4606 Route 309 to Delaware Water Gap. Free cold showers. Also offers homemade alcohol stoves, windscreens, and methyl alcohol. Little Gap trailhead parking: Substantive vandalism reported to one vehicle parked overnight in March 06. This location has not been noted for vandalism in the past.

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John Greene, at Pack Shack Delaware Water Gap, PA (570) 424-8533 www.packshack.com $1.50 per mile – 50 mile radius (Port Clinton, PA to High Point, NJ) Prefers “a couple days” advance notice. Delaware Water Gap - Martz Trailways bus terminal new location: 1 mile north of town on Rt. 611 (from traffic light at bottom of hill). (800) 233-8604 or (570) 421-4451. www.martztrailways.com Serves Stroudsburg, NYC, Phila. Bob Boyle Dingmans Ferry, PA (located closer to A.T. in New Jersey) (570) 828-2028 home (973) 534-7155 cell Port Clinton, PA to Kent, CT See also : ♦ Dana Murphy under Connecticut NEW JERSEY George Lightcap Newton, NJ (973) 300-5127 [email protected] Lehigh Gap, PA to Hudson River, NY Vernon Taxi Ron Meyer Vernon, NJ (973) 632-2005 AT in New Jersey and “just about anywhere a hiker wants to go.” See also : ♦ Bob Boyle under Pennsylvania ♦ Dana Murphy under Connecticut

NEW YORK Village Taxi Monroe, NY (845) 783-6112 A.T. through Harriman State Park/10-mile radius around Rt. 17. 80¢ per mile round trip.

This listing is provided as an information service for A.T. hikers and does not constitute an endorsement by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) of the dependability or safety of the individual service providers. While some service providers may be members of the ATC, they are not representatives, employees or agents of the ATC and their services are not in any way affiliated with ATC.

A.T. Shuttles and Public Transportation Listed south to north by location of shuttle provider Short Line Bus (800) 631-8405 www.shortlinebus.com Bus service from New York City (Port Authority Bus Terminal) to Bear Mountain Inn on the Bear Mountain/West Point line; to Harriman (jct. of 17 and 17M) on the Newburgh/Poughkeepsie line. Appalachian Trail Stop near Pawling, New York, served by Metro-North Railroad's Harlem line. (800) METRO-INFO www.mta.nyc.ny.us/mnr/ Train leaves from Grand Central Terminal Sat., Sun., holidays only. For long-distance shuttles, see also : ♦ Dana Murphy under Connecticut ♦ For Albany, NY airport or Wassaic, NY train station, see Jim Curtin under Massachusetts Hoyt Rd. trailhead parking note: Vandalism (broken window and stolen items) reported 8/14/07. Local sheriff reportedly noted additional incidents. CONNECTICUT (Mr.) Dana Murphy Branford, CT [email protected] (203) 488-1878 Call anytime. Port Clinton, PA north through New Hampshire, possibly Maine. Washington Transportation Washington, CT (860) 355-4859 Taxi, van or town car service from Wingdale, NY to Salisbury, CT. Advance notice required. Greg Peters Torrington, CT [email protected] See also : ♦ Bob Boyle under Pennsylvania ♦ Jim Curtin under Massachusetts ♦ Roy & Marilyn Wiley under Massachusetts

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Bonanza Bus Lines (800) 556-3815 (Rhode Island) (888) 751-8800 (401) 751-8800 www.bonanzabus.com Serves New York city and some towns along the A.T. in Massachusetts.

VERMONT

Mass. 41 parking note: No trailhead parking here. Please do not use the nearby ATC Kellogg Conservation Center for hiker parking. Trailhead parking is available at Sheffield/Egremont Road, 1.8 Trail miles north. Kellog Rd. Trailhead parking – Vandalism reported here summer 2006. Jim “Jigsaw” Curtin Lee, MA [email protected] 413-243-4062 Kent, CT to middle of Vermont, and Albany, NY airport or Wassaic, NY train station. Roy & Marilyn Wiley Washington, MA (413) 623-5859 [email protected] Kent, CT to Manchester, VT; also

Hartford, CT and Albany, NY airports. Berkshire Regional Transit Authority (BRTA) Multiple bus routes serving Trail towns of Great Barrington, Dalton, Cheshire, North Adams, and Williamstown. (413) 499-2782 (800) 292-BRTA www.berkshireplanning.org Michael Steele Williamstown, MA [email protected] Dalton, MA to Manchester Center, VT and Albany, NY airport. Jim Thomas Sr. North Adams, MA (413) 663-7115 All of Massachusetts and Vermont. $1/mile.

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Rutland Taxi under Vermont

Vermont spring mud season caution: Hikers are urged to stay off hiking trails April 15 - Memorial Day Weekend. Please help protect the fragile alpine tundra and prevent soil erosion by staying off the A.T. in Vermont during mud season. This will allow the trails to dry out and reduce the amount of maintenance required each year to keep them safe and enjoyable. For more information, visit www.greenmountainclub.org. Manchester Taxi Manchester Center, VT (802) 362-4118 Dot MacDonald Brattleboro, VT (802) 257-7657 [email protected] North Adams, MA to Hanover, NH; Hartford, CT airport. $0.50/mile. Car can be left at her house. Ronna Charlton Rutland Taxi Rutland, VT (802) 236-3133 Familiar with trailheads in Vermont, will go anywhere. Hiker friendly. June Bowling Enfield Center, NH (603) 632-7883 home (603) 643-7744 work [email protected] 50 miles north and south of Hanover. Andy Petersen West Fairlee, VT (802) 333-4093 [email protected] Killington, VT to Franconia Notch Megan and Marc Rogers 802-775-0468 Free shuttles from White Rocks (Wallingford), VT to Woodstock, VT and anywhere in between. For long-distance shuttles, see also : ♦ Massachusetts.

For long-distance shuttles, see also : ♦ Dana Murphy under Connecticut

This listing is provided as an information service for A.T. hikers and does not constitute an endorsement by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) of the dependability or safety of the individual service providers. While some service providers may be members of the ATC, they are not representatives, employees or agents of the ATC and their services are not in any way affiliated with ATC.

A.T. Shuttles and Public Transportation Listed south to north by location of shuttle provider NEW HAMPSHIRE For info about public transportation in New Hampshire: www.new-england-public-transit.org Advance Transit - public commuter bus with routes in and around Hanover and connecting Hanover with Norwich and Amtrak station in White River Jct. Mon– Fri. only. www.advancetransit.com Apex Hiker Shuttle & Third Rock Outfitters Hanover, NH (603) 252-8294 [email protected] [email protected] www.thirdrockoutfitters.com Stray Cat '96 offers long distance shuttles anywhere in New England. Located near A.T. in Hanover area. Also parking, showers, fuel, supplies, food, gear, shipping, repairs and accommodations. Marvin and Glenn Powell Crawford Notch General Store & Campground 1138 US Route 302 Harts Location, NH 03812 (603) 374-2779 [email protected] www.crawfordnotchcamping.com Shuttles in Crawford Notch area only, based on staff availability. Advance notice required. Tentsites, cabins, showers, camp store. Bruce “Golden Waldo” Feige Gorham, NH (603) 466-5282 (504) 615-9497 cell Shuttles for the price of gas. Gratuities accepted. White Mountains and Mahoosuc Mountains and beyond, early May until late Oct. Arthur Jolin Gorham, NH (603) 466-2127 Shuttle van to any point north and south on A.T., train and bus stations and all airports, including Boston and Portland. Any regional airports in NE US – no limits, provided there is monetary compensation.

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Concord Trailways Bus line (800) 639-3317 One bus daily between Boston and Pinkham Notch. Departs Boston 5:15 pm, arrives at Pinkham Notch 9:10 pm. $31 one way, $58 round trip.

Jim Dow Northern Appalachian Guiding Brunswick, ME (207) 729-1886 [email protected] Caratunk to Katahdin; June-October.

AMC Hiker Shuttle Service Gorham, NH 03581 (603) 466-2727 Serves Pinkham, Crawford and Franconia Notches and points in between. NH sections 2-4. Operates June 1-Oct. 16. Reservations recommended. Send SASE for brochure or access shuttle info at www.outdoors.org

Richard (Buddy) Ward Monson, ME (207) 997-3792 (home) (207) 343-2564 (cell) [email protected] A.T. in all of Maine and New Hampshire and Bangor bus station and airport.

Charles McNulty Plymouth, NH (603) 536-HIKE (4453) Hanover to Franconia Notch. For long-distance shuttles, see also : ♦ Rutland Taxi under Vermont ♦ Dana Murphy under Connecticut MAINE Maine 4 Trailhead parking – Vandalism reported here July, 2006. Ken Hoyt Bryant Pond, ME (207) 665-2460. All of VT, NH and ME Maine 27 Trailhead parking – Vehicle break-in reported here August, 2006. Charlie Bruce, Stratton Motel Stratton, ME 04982 (207) 246-4171 Will shuttle anywhere w/advance notice Large SUV holds up to 9. ($25 per hour). Reservations preferred- shuttles when available.

Shaw’s Lodging Shuttle Monson, ME 04464 [email protected] (207) 997-3597 www.shawslodging.com “Anywhere you need to go, rates based mostly upon mileage one way to your destination.” Parking $1/day Sydney Pratt Monson, ME [email protected] (207) 997-3221 Anywhere in Maine. Appalachian Trail Lodge Millinocket, ME Paul (Ole Man) & Jaime (NaviGator) Renaud (207) 723-4321 (352) 274-0432 cell www.appalachiantraillodge.com Shuttles available in the Katahdin region: to/from bus station in Medway, Bangor International Airport, Monson and all points in between. Longer shuttles in Maine by special arrangements.

Steve Longley Rivers & Trails NE The Forks, ME (207) 663-4441; In state: 1-888-FLOATME www.riversandtrails.com [email protected] Shuttles within 60-70 mile radius of The Forks to trailheads, bus stations and airports throughout Maine w/emphasis between Stratton, Monson, Waterville-from May 15 to Oct 15.

This listing is provided as an information service for A.T. hikers and does not constitute an endorsement by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) of the dependability or safety of the individual service providers. While some service providers may be members of the ATC, they are not representatives, employees or agents of the ATC and their services are not in any way affiliated with ATC.

A.T. Shuttles and Public Transportation Listed south to north by location of shuttle provider

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Milton M. Gross 26 Meadow View Lane, #23 Ellsworth, ME 04605 [email protected] No longer does shuttles but happy to provide by e-mail info about who does, including public transportation and accommodations near the AT as well as road access to 100-mile wilderness. Also provides info about the AT in Maine and other Maine trails, including Acadia National Park. Cyr Bus Lines (800) 244-2335 or (207) 827-2010 www.cyrbustours.com Bangor to Medway (12 miles from Millinocket) Exit 56. Amtrak train service is available from Boston to Portland, Maine.

This listing is provided as an information service for A.T. hikers and does not constitute an endorsement by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) of the dependability or safety of the individual service providers. While some service providers may be members of the ATC, they are not representatives, employees or agents of the ATC and their services are not in any way affiliated with ATC.