I recently started hiking the AT and wanted to share how I got to the AT from the ATL airport. The only “logistics” I had to figure out was getting from the ATL airport to the trailhead. I found this service called ThumbRides (which is pretty much bringing back the modern day hitchhiker is an awesome way). I got a ride with a couple heading to North Georgia from ATL for $7. It helped me a lot and was convenient and cheap. Definitely wanted to share this with any other hikers facing this common challenge of access. Again, it’s called ThumbRides (thumbrides.com). Good luck and happy adventures!
Lauren Kanner