Kincora Hiking Hostel

Kincora is a hostel for AT hikers that only asks for a $ 5 donation if you’re short on cash, however we loved the generosity from Bob Peoples and his helpers so much that we donated $ 20/​person, especially when we herd that some hikers had been stealing money from his donation box, how disappointing and what a shame! Bob Peoples has got to be one of the friendliest members of the AT society I have met yet. He was extremely cheerful and loves to laugh and joke with everyone. At his hostel you can bunk, or if you’re a couple and there aren’t many hikers staying the night you arrive, he will let you stay in one of his private cabins (one is a tree house). You are also able to shower and do laundry during your stay, and they will also shuttle the group into town. We had a medical problem, so Bob made a special trip into town just for us. It is not the cleanest, newest hostel we’ve been to, however none thus far have been. It was the atmosphere that made it incredible. I just hope hikers don’t take advantage of this gem and they give back to his cause. We had such an amazing experience at this hostel!