we offer:

Lodging, free guest shuttles, for-hire hiker shuttle service, resupply, and more!

Lodging

• Bunks and private accommodations.
• Pet-friendly options available in select units.
• Self-service laundry included with stay (detergent provided).
  
• Shower (towel and toiletries provided) included with stay.

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Shuttle Service

• Paid-for shuttle service available for hikers ranging from Atlanta, GA to Fontana Dam, NC.
• Free guest shuttle to/from town, Unicoi Gap, Dicks Creek Gap, and Blue Ridge Gap when staying at Hostel Around the Bend.
• We can help you slackpack!

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Resupply

• We have what hikers need!
• Freeze dried meals, water filters, fuel, snacks, headlamps, battery packs, socks, and more. Prices and availability subject to change.
• New expanded store coming soon!
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We're open for the Fall 2022 season!

HIKE IN AND STAY WITH US!

We're just a short downhill walk away (0.6 miles) from the Appalachian Trail at Dicks Creek Gap in Hiawassee, GA (off AT Mile 69  NOBO).  ​

At Hostel Around the Bend, we are here to support you on your adventure and we want to make your stay as comfortable as possible. If there is anything we can help you with or if  you need anything during your stay, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate  you!

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Mail Drops

• Free box holding for guests, $5/box for non-guests.
• We can bounce boxes up the trail too.
• Click "MORE INFO" below for mailing instructions and additional information.

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Parking

• Parking is available for $5/vehicle/day for guests of the hostel leaving their vehicle parked while they hike, or guests of our shuttle service hiking back to Hostel Around the Bend.

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Slackpack

• We offer guests free slackpacking options to Unicoi Gap, Dicks Creek Gap, and Blue Ridge Gap with minimum stay!
• Hikers not staying at the hostel can also use our shuttle service for slackpacking.

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AMENITIES

Laundry

• Free for guests.
• ​$5.00/person for non-guests.
• Detergent provided.
• ​Loaner clothes of all sizes available!

Showers

• Shared full bathrooms with towels, soap, shampoo, etc.  provided.​
• ​$5.00/shower for non-guests.

Free wi-fi

• Free Wi-Fi  and guest computer available.​
• ​Print your Smoky Mtn permits here too!

use of Kitchens

• Guests share use of 2 full kitchens with cooking supplies and appliances.
• We have food available for purchase.
  
• Propane grill and griddle available for guest use.

Relax here!

• We have massage guns, a foot massager, Epsom salt soaks, yoga mats, and more so you can relax your tired muscles.

Music, art, and entertainment

• We have several guitars, drums, and other instruments for guests to enjoy, as well as board games, books, puzzles, art supplies, and more!​
  

AT Passport and stamp location

• Get your Hostel Around the Bend Stamp here!  
• Our stamp features a rhododendron  bloom - one of the main flowers that bloom here.
• We also have AT Passports for sale!