# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Womens Only: 60+  2 Day / 1 Night Great Smoky Mountains Backpacking Trip with Happy Hiking Co.
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 24 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join Happy Hiking Company for a 60+ women’s weekend adventure in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains National Park! This 2-day, 1-night intro to backpacking trip is thoughtfully designed for women ages 60+ who are curious about backpacking and want to experience it at a comfortable, supportive pace.

You’ll explore some of the most beautiful trails in the Smokies, including waterfall-lined paths, with gentle 2.5-mile hiking days to camp. Along the way, you’ll learn the basics of backcountry camping and enjoy time with a welcoming group of like-minded women. Happy Hiking Co. provides the food and most of the gear—just show up ready for a new adventure!

? When: May 23rd - 24th
We’ll meet at 10am on Day 1 and wrap up by around 2pm the next day.

? Where:
We’ll meet at a trailhead within Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Due to permit restrictions, we can’t share the exact route until 25 days before the trip. All locations are within 2 hours of Asheville, and Bryson City is near several of our common routes—great for pre-trip lodging!

? Cost: $375 for the full trip

What’s Included:
✔️ All meals during the trip
✔️ Backpack, tent, sleeping pad, and hiking poles (no extra charge for use of our gear!)
✔️ Shared group gear (stoves, water filters, first aid, trowels, etc.)
✔️ All permits for your backcountry adventure
✔️ A Wilderness First Responder-certified guide to keep you safe & supported

? Check the trip page for full details on what to bring

How to Book:
Please note: RSVP’ing on Facebook does not guarantee a spot. Be sure to reserve your place by purchasing a ticket through our website.

https://happyhikingcompany.com/womens-only-60-great-smoky-mountains/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bryson-city/womens-only-60-2-day-1-night-great-smoky-mountains-backpacking-trip-with-happy-hiking-co/200029911576743
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, trekking, camping
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 66

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bryson City
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Great Smoky Mountains Expy, Bryson City, NC 28713, United States
- **lat**: 35.40742
- **long**: -83.4586
- **full address**: Great Smoky Mountains Expy, Bryson City, NC 28713, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Womens Only: 60+  2 Day / 1 Night Great Smoky Mountains Backpacking Trip with Happy Hiking Co. being held?
  - **A:** Womens Only: 60+  2 Day / 1 Night Great Smoky Mountains Backpacking Trip with Happy Hiking Co. takes place on Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 24 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Great Smoky Mountains Expy, Bryson City, NC 28713, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Womens Only: 60+  2 Day / 1 Night Great Smoky Mountains Backpacking Trip with Happy Hiking Co.?
  - **A:** Womens Only: 60+  2 Day / 1 Night Great Smoky Mountains Backpacking Trip with Happy Hiking Co. is organized by Happy Hiking Company.

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