I'm looking at first week of May start this year due to school. I'm hoping to avoid the crowds and party scene. I'm more interested in seeing the northern half of the trail so I would rather do that first in case I have to come off for some reason. The reason I don't want to do the southern half southbound is because I live close to Harpers Ferry and I'd rather finish at home.
What do you guys think about the start date? How would the weather be?
Anything else I should take into consideration?
Thanks