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.
🎶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.🎵
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 #!!!!!)
I live about 20 minutes from Cohutta. I've been wanting to hike, at least, a portion Pinhoti for a while. Thank you for this video. I'm looking forward to learning more about it.
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.
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.
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.
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, CZcams..
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!!!
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!
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.
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.
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!!!
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.
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.
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.
My husband and I were surprisingly impressed with the he beauty of northeastern Alabama when we spent 10 days camping and exploring the area. It’s definitely on our list to revisit spending more time exploring the area even more. We didn’t know much about the area when we planned a camping trip to the Lake Guntersville campground. We just wanted a place where we could see some fall foliage that wasn’t too far of a drive from our home in Orlando. We absolutely fell in love with the area.
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!!
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.
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. ✌
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 👍
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....
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!
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.
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.
This is the kind of content that I have been missing. Glad you are back at it.
I love the little transition from the trail sign to your logo. simple but elegant.
🎶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.🎵
Well, this made me smile!
I am beyond ready to see Dixie back on the trail again!!!
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.
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.
So glad you are on the Pinhoti. Thanks for spotlighting our wonderful trail.
Georgia Pinhoti sections are very popular with the mountain bike community. Gnarly and beautiful. Enjoy.
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!
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.
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.
YAY! Dixie's back out on the trail! Can't wait to see your adventures on the Pinhoti!!!
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.
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
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.
I missed this more than i thought. Thank you
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.
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 #!!!!!)
I live about 20 minutes from Cohutta. I've been wanting to hike, at least, a portion Pinhoti for a while. Thank you for this video. I'm looking forward to learning more about it.
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.
Heading for Alabama today and we're going to visit Cheaha and hike a little of the Pinhoti Trail. First time for me
@@bobbers Welcome to Alabama. Should be beautiful this week and weekend. No rain expected and temps between 45 and 70 today.
Thanks Jessica
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.
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.
A trail where Dixie will sound like everybody else. #NoAccentFriday all joking aside, looking forward to seeing your beautiful state.
On the Pinhoti EVERYONE'S trail name is Dixie.
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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, CZcams..
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!!!
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!
Dixie you are just the best. You cover at 360 degrees what is hiking. Thanks, stay healthy ciao
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.
Adams gap to porters gap was the rockiest trail I’ve ever been on! Very awesome trail though
That trail is on my bucket list for a summer/ fall hike.
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.
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!!!
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.
The Pinhoti is the best hiking in Alabama because of its variety. Second best is Sipsey Wilderness because of its beauty.
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.
Good to see you the Pinhoti!
The Cahaba River has some great treasures.
Yay!! I fell in love with backpacking because of you! I can't express how happy I am to see you on trail again 😍 Happy Trails Dixie
You have the best hiking content on CZcams 👍
It is a close content between her and Darwin. My 2 favorite hiking/backpacking channels.
Have you watched Hawk Mains videos
He is fantastic.
@MyOwnFrontier is pretty great, check him out.
@@chappy48 they are both excellent!
I'm excited that you are back on the trail. I can't wait to go on this journey with you! You're the best!
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.
My husband and I were surprisingly impressed with the he beauty of northeastern Alabama when we spent 10 days camping and exploring the area. It’s definitely on our list to revisit spending more time exploring the area even more. We didn’t know much about the area when we planned a camping trip to the Lake Guntersville campground. We just wanted a place where we could see some fall foliage that wasn’t too far of a drive from our home in Orlando. We absolutely fell in love with the area.
Hello patti
Glad yur back missed ya
Nothing could be better, Dixie back on the trail.
I missed my Dixie Trail Stories.
Thank goodness you are back on the trail.
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.
So excited to see you back on the trail... I live through you!
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!!
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.
So happy to see new trail content! Can't wait to watch all the videos 😊
On the trail again! Yay. I'm looking forward to your frequent posts and to see some of the beauty of Alabama.
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. ✌
Very nice there 🤩 Looking forward to see you in Europe on the HRP or GR20. 🤗
👏👏 Dixie back on trail. Love the videos. You're an inspiration!
I never really knew about the Pinhoti, but as a GA resident I’m excited to do some section hikes soon!
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 👍
Congrats on getting back out on the trail. Have a fun hike!
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!
Nice to see you on the trail again, Dixie and wishing you all the best for this new excursion.
awesome video, pinhoti looks like a must do trail! enjoy the trail life and the views!
Looking forward to see your hike. It looks beautiful
I plan on during the Long Trail (Vermont Trail) after my time in the military
LT is awesome
Good to see you back on trail Dixie!
looking forward to the rest of your pinhoti blogs. ps your teeth are looking great
So glad to see you back on the trail! Have missed watching and living your adventures through your videos!
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....
So ready for more!
We are looking forward to your next adventure 👍☺
Reminds me of my Pinhoti start in Jan 2019. Enjoy our home state trail and War Eagle.
War Eagle? Blah, hahaha
Woo hoo! I've been waiting for this since last Spring :)
Thanks for the video. Best of luck on your new journey.
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!
Looking forward to the videos of your Pinhoti adventures
Always excited to see a new video out from you!!!
Thanks!
id love todo that trail, its close to home and it looks like a nice starter trail
Glad to hear about you Dixie! :) I love your videos, take care. 😊
Great to see you on the trail again.
Great to see you back on the trail, looking forward to your videos as always! Wishing you all the best on your hike🙏🏻☀️
Looking forward to it Dixie! Be safe!
Ah. A very small part of my spirit has been freed. More please, as you can.
Love the video, as always, Dixie! Your adventures are exciting. 😍 😍
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.
Can't wait! Love to see some news trail vids. Gear impressions too.
Wicked! Getting back out in your home state.
I have been so stoked for this. Binged all your other videos early in the pandemic and have been desperate for more adventures! ☺️
Hello beautiful
I’ve been waiting for this to start
Glad to see you back on the trail
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.
Excited! I'm planning on Thru-Hiking the Pinhoti next year!
I'm super excited! This will be your first hike that I'll be able to follow as you post the videos. Thank you!
Thanks for posting Jessica!
Happy Holidays and cheers, SV Good Karma
beautiful scenery so far. will be following. stay safe and have fun.
You are sooo brave.
Love to see more of your hikes.
Pls stay connected and take care
Awesome! Can’t wait to learn from you more about the trail.
Yep, sheeee’s back!👏
So happy to see you back on the trail! Have fun and be safe!
3:34 .... mmmmm trail chips.
Anyone else find that trail chips seem to taste wayyyyyy better in the bush ??
Almost everything tastes better after long duration exercise. Clear cold water from a spring on a hot day is my Dom Perignon.
Dixie, babe.. those rock gardens were a nightmare this weekend! What a difficult hike. It was still nice to get out there.
Great channel 👍🏼
great tips. Thank you for sharing 😀
Greetings Nicole 🙂