Looking to do the AT "rollercoaster" during the next week with 1 overnight. I know there is water at the Rod Hollow and Sam Moore shelters. Are there other places to fill up (either specifically, or in general)? I am assuming the shelters will be relatively uncrowded with the through crowd creeping out of Trail Days.
The nominal plan is to park at one end and Uber back. It looks like going north to south does most of the difficult climbing earlier. However, finishing on the north end gives the option of having beer and pizza at Bear Chase brewery while waiting for an Uber. Or would it be better to prearrange a shuttle?
Thanks in advance for any insights/experiences.
Download the FarOut / Guthook app. Buy the map for the area you are hiking. For less than the price of a movie ticket, it will tell you most persistent and seasonal water sources.
I would call the brewery where you are thinking about stopping. They should have some good insights into transportation options from dealing with groups and people who drove but shouldn't drive home.