MountaineerFallsShelter

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It’s a beauty. I’m always happy to see a double decker.

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Great job! I hiked past while they were working on it; wow, was that a sight to see! Glad it came out so well.

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This is my new home. Love the shower. Just wish it had warm water.

Just think the TEHCC hiked all that in.

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What milepoint is this shelter located at, or between what landmarks?

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between Walnut Mtn Rd and Elk River.

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I ended up staying at Mountaineer Shelter in late October 2008 after a 25-mile day from Hampton. I was originally planning to stay at the Moreland Gap Shelter, about 8 miles to the north, but a frigid wind was blowing into the shelter and it was supposed to snow and drop into the mid-20's overnight. Fortunately, the Trail was very level and easy for those 8 miles, with much of it winding through rhododendron and mountain laurel. Unfortunately, it started snowing at dusk and I still had an hour to walk. Walking with a headlamp while it's snowing is like trying to drive with your high beams on in a blizzard.

The shelter is very nice, with its own carved bear totem in one corner. I awoke to 4" of fresh powder that made for a short, pleasant walk to Mountain Harbour B&B.