Hike In

A creekside outpost for hikers coming off the Appalachian Trail.

A group of hikers walking along a dirt trail through a grassy field with green trees, mountains, and a blue sky with scattered clouds in the background.

For A.T. hikers, section hikers, and weekend hikers, The Cut gives you a different kind of stop.

You can hike in from the Appalachian Trail, drop into a quiet creek valley, clean up, eat well, resupply, and sleep beside the water.

It is not a hostel or hotel.

It is not a crowded campground.

It is a small, well-appointed camp designed to meet the trail without taking away what makes the trail worth walking.

Get Early Access

Waitlist members get first access when opening dates are released.

Built for the Earned Approach

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The best part of The Cut is not just the creek, the camp, or the comfort.

It is the way you get here.

The walk in matters. The separation matters. The feeling of leaving civilization behind matters.

Whether you are coming from the Appalachian Trail, hiking in from Dicks Creek Gap, approaching from Charlies Creek Road, or building The Cut into a longer route, this place is meant to feel like a reward that still belongs to the woods.

You make the cut on foot.

The Cut Is Ideal For:

  • Appalachian Trail thru-hikers

  • Section hikers

  • Weekend backpackers

  • Experienced day hikers

  • Friend groups who want a more physical approach

  • Riders or travelers who want to park nearby and hike in

  • Hikers who want a quiet recovery stop before continuing on

You can bring your own setup, ship supplies ahead, or choose a more prepared stay depending on how light you want to travel.

What can be waiting

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Outline drawing of a camping tent on a wooden platform with trees and plants nearby.

Platform Sites

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Simple line drawing of an outdoor shower with water streaming down from the showerhead, grass at the base, and steam rising from the water.

Hot Showers

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Line drawing of a single sleeping bag laid out on the ground with a pillow inside.

Resupply Options

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Cartoon drawing of a bundle of firewood tied with a ribbon.

Firewood

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Line drawing of a resupply box containing a bottle, a boxed snack with mountain design, and a can, set outdoors with small rocks and grass.

Fresh Bedding

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Line drawing of a vintage bathtub with steam rising from it, located outdoors near grasses.

Outdoor Tubs

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A line drawing of a bowl of cereal with a spoon, and a steaming mug of coffee or tea.

Food Options

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Hand-drawn illustration of a massage table outdoors, surrounded by rocks and plants.

Creekside Massage

Carry what you need. Let the rest meet you there.

See answers to commonly asked questions on our FAQ page.

Choose Your Approach and Camping Setup

  • From the A.T.

    Make The Cut at mile 73.9, Plumorchard Gap. Arrive in 30-45 minutes, depending on your pace. Explore nearby trailheads here.

  • From Dicks Creek Gap

    Park at Dicks Creek Gap and hike
    Approx. 4.5 miles (2 to 4.5 hours) before making The Cut.

  • From Charlies Creek Road

    This is the shortest hike at just 1.3 miles, but the road is rough and better suited for drop-offs from capable high-clearance vehicles.

  • Base Camp

    Bring your own gear and use The Cut as your creekside landing.

  • Ready Camp

    Arrive to a prepared tent setup and keep your pack lighter.

  • The Full Cut

    Let more of the stay be handled for you, including prepared camp, food options, firewood, and recovery add-ons.

Inside a tent overlooking a small campfire and forest stream with two chairs and two pairs of shoes outside.

The Cut is for people who like the part before arrival.

The climb. The descent. The last stretch of trail. The sound of water getting closer. The first look at camp through the trees.

Come in on foot.

Recover beside the creek.

Leave better than you arrived.

Opening Spring 2027.

Join the waitlist for early access, first stay savings, and Cut gear.

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