Laurel Fork Lodge at Dennis Cove Road near Hampton, TN is closed–maildrops sent there will be held at the Hampton, TN Post Office http://tinyurl.com/HamptonTnPO for at least 30 days, possibly longer, especially if a hiker calls ahead (423) 725-2177. Hours are M-F 7:30 - 4, closed for lunch 11:30 - 12:30, Sat. 8-10.
Bob Peoples at Kincora Hostel, also on Dennis Cove Road, will hold packages indefinitely and is open 7 days a week. Address is: Kincora Hostel, 1278 Dennis Cover Rd., Hampton, TN 37658. More details about the hostel can be found in your favorite thru-hiker guide and various hostel listings.
Laurie Potteiger
ATC
lpotteiger@appalachiantrail.org
Laurie Potteiger