Quote Originally Posted by macsim
Grandfather is the literally "the Granddaddy of 'em all." For those who have never been, be prepared for a great time and some inconvenience. The original post mentioned camping so this won't apply in that case but for those who just come for the day, there is no parking at the top unless you are a clan sponsor, patron, etc. You park down the mountain in Linville and ride a school bus to the top. If you want to get back down, start early and even at that, there's a long line stretching back through the campground. The exceptions are Thursday night and Friday where parking is first come, first served. Come early though! Friday is really a good day. Not all the clans come but most of the vendors are open and it's not nearly as crowded. All the fun, half the crowd.
Amen! Any of you folks that are coming up just for one day take notes.
Not only should those who camp come prepared but so should
those who are coming for the day. A raincoat is a MUST!
Sunscreen too!




Quote Originally Posted by macsim
I've been sunburned at GMHG and I've frozen my buns off doing the Call on Thursday night. I've been soaked by rain and blinded by fog. That's life on the mountain. I don't mean to discourage anyone. Just be prepared for anything. I think it's well worth the trip. They're just stuck on top of that mountain and there's no more room to expand so it is what it is.
Listen close guys. He speaks the truth. It is a little crowded on Saturday.
But the setting and the sounds of the pipes make you feel like your in the
highlands.