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AROUND THE BEND

 Hostel & Outfitters 
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Just Around the Bend from the Appalachian Trail
0.6 miles from Dicks Creek Gap (Mile 69.2 NOBO)
Hiawassee, GA

OUR HOSTEL AND OUTFITTERS WILL BE CLOSED FOR SUMMER  BREAK FROM JUNE 12 - SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 (WE ARE GOING HIKING!).

WE WILL NOT ACCEPT PACKAGES FOR PICKUP AFTER JUNE 11.

REOPENING FOR FALL SEPTEMBER 15, 2023.

Our Services

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OUR SERVICES

OTHER AMENITIES

Food & Drinks for Purchase

Sodas, Frozen Pizzas, Burritos, and more available for purchase. Vegetarian and Gluten-Free options. All items subject to availability.

Free Wifi

Free Wifi and guest computer available. Print your Smoky Mountain permit here.

Art & Entertainment

Art supplies, puzzles, board games, books, and more available for guests to enjoy during their stay.

Showers

Shared full bathrooms with towels, soap, shampoo, etc. included with stay.​ ​$5.00/shower without stay. We have plenty of hot water!

Musical Instruments

Guests can play our variety of musical instruments including several different guitars, banjo, violin, cajon and more.

Relax Here

Massage guns, foot massagers, yoga mats are available for guests to relax their sore muscles.

Laundry

Self-service laundry. Free with stay, $5.00/person without stay. Detergent provided.​ Loaner clothes of all sizes available!

Guest Kitchens

Guests share use of 2 full kitchens with cookware and cooking supplies provided. Propane grill and griddle also available.

AT Passport Stamp Location

Get your "Hostel Around the Bend" stamp for your AT Passport here. AT Passports also available for sale.

Pet Blazing Location

Friendly hostel pets (2 small hypoallergenic dogs and 2 cuddly outdoor cats) make guests feel right at home.

GALLERY

GALLERY

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GUEST REVIEWS

Top notch hostel, perfect location & excellent people! Gordon & Lisa go above & beyond the call of duty to accommodate you during your visit. A must stay during your hiking adventures. Don’t forget to let Gordon show you the all new gear shop!

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