Kelly talking happily about gettig the trail magic is her appreciating the small comforts in life. This is a real gift that not everyone has.

My first Toad Suck Daze was in 1983 when it was still out at the river. Since 1998 I’ve lived within walking distance of downtown so parking is not an issue, I can walk off some of the funnel cake calories by walking uptown instead of driving. And I can hear the music from my living room, so there is no need to walk home after dark. 😊🐸

Last time I was camped at McDill Point, I was all alone on a very windy night. As I was sitting by my tent looking back up the trail towards the plane crash site, I saw what looked like a couple of headlamps coming down the trail. I thought, "Great. I will have some company for the night." No one ever showed up, and the lights stopped after a few minutes. The direction I was looking could not have been toward a town, so there is no explanation for it. Lights from civilization are to the west. I was looking north. Also, it was not the right season for fireflies. Very creepy.

@johndonahue4777

Жыл бұрын

It is creepy. . in the woods.

@russhay422

Жыл бұрын

I’ve got a great meme for this. Too bad.

At McDill Point, the southern overlook, on days with a breeze, Eagles, Hawks, and Buzzards will circle to use the updrafts. I have had them pass less than 20 feet above my head. There is also a campsite on the western overlook where you can look over the Forest and see the lights of Talladega City and the Talladega NASCAR racetrack if the lights are on. BCM

When I was hiking a section of the AZT, I was so tired but no place to camp so I said "first doable spot I find I'm pitching my tent." It was on a slight slope, not too bad but I thought, "I bet there's a perfect spot not far." Sure enough, the next morning, I passed the best spot 😢 You just never know and when you're that tired you don't want to chance it. I feel your pain!

Great views on that section of trail. And crazy plane crash, too! Yikes! Still, "feels good to be back in the South". Congrats on hitting the 100 mile mark. Beautiful waterfalls. When you're tired just about any campsite will do.

Congratulations on your 100 miles. This is becoming my favorite trail you have hiked. The birds. Trees,water and all of it is just beautiful. Thanks for taking us along. Stay safe and Happy Hiking ⛺️🥾💞

I'm not sure how such a gorgeous face could be seriously resting uh huh... However, I was sheot grinning big time when Kelly first spoke. Pretty sure a lot of us have woken up like this! Thanks Kelly! definite smiles especially with your attitude!

I turned on my Merlin app and it said that weird bird was a Yellow-breasted Chat! The birds at the start of your video were a Red-eyed Vireo and an Ovenbird. Also, there was an Indigo Bunting in with the weird bird call. Happy hiking.

What stunning views up there! Just miles and miles and miles of green!

Congrats on the first 100 mile marker. 🎉🎉 nice waterfalls and waterfalls and water crossings, too. Love the lights. Thanks for sharing. 😊

Congratulations on over 100 miles 🎉

I'm enjoying watching you hike the trails in my home state I've walked those trails a many of days Glad to see you enjoying what Alabama has to offer God Bless

I was hiking up there last fall on a Saturday. It was crazy packed with people, including multiple scout troops camping out.

Miss Kelly, those damn gnats!!! Some great views and CONGRATS on passing the 100 mile mark.

That was definitely a beautiful section. I hope to do the Alabama Triple Crown next spring. I had to back out this year. Alabama State Parks look incredible. Congrats on 100 miles.

Toad racing sounds like a blast! I've never witnessed it, but there's Mainers that race belt sanders for fun. 😂 This place is truly magical, Kelly. Thanks for taking us! ✌️

She is so darn pretty! 😍

Kelly from Dome Life was wearing your tshirt. Im from Tampa Bay and 1st watched you when you went through hurricane Ian and have, somehow, kept up w you ever since and have come to look fwd to seeing what your up to. Your on to something. Dome life...wtg

@agnesskibicka

Жыл бұрын

@Daniele, hello from Poland 🇵🇱 and my channel 😊. We just moved to the countryside 🏡!

Very beautiful trail. Thank you. When you mentioned the date I thought wow she must be home already. Take care.

What an eventful day ! McDill showed out for ya. Yay for Tripod finding the Gatorade… score ! Haha…thanks for the shout out. Good stuff.

I love Florida it’s beautiful down here. But the Appellation Mountains are breathtaking. Enjoying this hike! ❤❤

I thought I was the only one who freaks out about the spider webs 😂 you’re totally correct they’re always right between the lips and eyes. It gets infuriating 😂

I’m from Heflin . I’ve enjoyed watching your hike .

I just love seeing that others knows about Toad Suck, let alone someone who is from there!

Congrats on 100, beautiful country.

Good video with lots of good views, nice water fall 😅, so let's keep on hiking 😊

Hopefully good sleeps. In my regular life here it’s up at 430-5. Good sleep is Awesome!

I've been several times to Toad Suck days, my brother lives in Quitman not far from Conway.

Hey Kelly, that one campsite checked off all the boxes, you could sit there and wonder if anyone survived, it would brek up the monotany of sitting at camp. morbid I know

Never been to Toad Suck Days, but I have seen the sign for Toad Suck State Park, and I chuckle every time!!

That plane crash site was from a crash in 1972. People will hike up just to see the wreckage. You can can camp as well it says. 🤷🏼‍♀️

Your so close to the GreenHippies hiker hostel!

in 2017 I stayed at Toad Suc campground. It was nice .

Old folks?? 😲 I didn’t see any old folks! 😂

@lenisemicolon

Жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing based on the lady she showed 😂

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Looks like you missed the best view at McDill. When you walk through the camping area there are two trails that split. The one that goes to the right has a better open view than the one to the left. That was the place of my first overnight hike and stayed in my hammock. The only person out there!

@kellyhays23

11 ай бұрын

I went to both sides just didn’t film. I took pictures tho!

@padrecook

11 ай бұрын

@@kellyhays23 There is also another plane crash about 13 miles or south of there just off the Pinhoti. Happy hiking. Love the videos! Especially cool to see your first several days on the Pinhoti since I’ve hiked most of those areas.

McDill has two overlooks...there is another just about 50 yds SW of the one you you showed with a bigger view

Just read about Toad Suck Daze pretty cool! McDill Point is quite spectacular

Yes ive been...dont forget stuck on a truck!

Some of us from UCA camp at Toadsuck occasionally. We canoe from Cadron Settlement to Toadsuck campground by way of the lock. Never been to Toadsuck Daze. I'd rather be canoeing somewhere. When were you at UCA?

looks like its too early for the soapbox..😅

100+ miles👏👏👏 Will y’all be stopping at the infamous Dollar Store?😬

That plane crash was insane!

Love the lights! What kind are they?

Is there any chance of bursting the Sawyer squeeze from squeezing the water bottle to hard? I'm still learning the ins and outs. Thanks.

Yeah, that is a weird place for a fire ring, unless it predates the 1998 crash.

What is up with the airplane vapor trails at the 5 minute mark that suddenly vanish?!!!😮 Freaky!

@lenisemicolon

Жыл бұрын

They look like lens flares lol they move with the camera as she pans

Rat races at Turners, prior to Kentucky Derby.

100💪

That is a weird sounding bird

Fun fact: airplanes and trees don't mix well.

you look a little moody the first 30secs of this video..😂