Chica and Sunsets

06/01/2026

Love this new mural in our little town of Franklin by the talented !!

05/24/2026

Any friends/acquintances who need a vacation home rental any time within June 4th-15th in Franklin, NC?

04/20/2026

Live in Franklin, work for the best.

𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠! Looking for more than just a job? Come be part of something bigger. We’re built on a passion for community, adventure, + helping people get outside.
Outdoor 76 is currently hiring full-time and part-time team members to join our crews in Franklin and Clayton. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just love being around people and the outdoors, this is your chance to plug into a team that truly cares.
𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘭𝘭 𝘥𝘰:
👣 Help customers find the perfect fit (literally—footwear is our specialty!)
🏔️ Share local knowledge, trail tips, and adventure stories
🍻 Be part of a fun, welcoming environment that blends retail + community
🤝 Build real connections with locals, hikers, and travelers passing through
It’s not just retail—it’s about 𝓈𝑒𝓇𝓋𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝓅𝑒𝑜𝓅𝓁𝑒, 𝚜𝚞𝚙𝚙𝚘𝚛𝚝𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚊𝚍𝚟𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚞𝚛𝚎, and 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞. Ready to join us? Learn more & apply here: https://www.outdoor76.com/our-offerings/employment/

04/07/2026

Great day hiking a 10 mile stretch on the AT with Mighty Blue! Also saw Orange (who I met on the Foothills Trail!)! Perfect day.

04/06/2026

Mighty Blue is in the house!!

03/03/2026

This is an awesome 2-bed hostel option in Franklin! Run by our good friends Fancy & Pete - we highly recommend! Text to reserve: (828) 371-1919. (on Instagram)

03/01/2026

Foothills Trail #3 completed! Super hard day for me! Steady and I finished our 15 miles we needed to do to complete this trail that we hiked after Christmas. Sunsets & Slow were our shuttle drivers and support. Woot!

02/23/2026

There’s a prescribed burn planned starting tomorrow, lasting about two weeks, affecting miles 121.9 - 123.4.

The video below discusses a blue blaze alternative that skirts the burn area.

~ Sunsets

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02/22/2026

We got hikers! And what a lovely bunch. Grey Goose, Jet Pack and One Wish. 🥾🥰

02/19/2026

Franklin loves our hikers. Free weekday shuttles to/from Winding Stair Gap and Rock Gap starting March 2.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Aap6p65qh/

Pssst...hey hikers we have some awesome news! 💚

As you make your way north toward AT Mile 110, we’re excited to share something special this season. For the first year ever, the Macon County Transit has partnered with local businesses to offer FREE shuttle service into our wonderful town.

Franklin has always loved welcoming hikers, and this is one more way we can help you rest, refuel, and enjoy a little trail town magic before heading back out.

Macon County Transit will be picking up at Rock Gap and Winding Stair Gap daily (M-F), and bringing hikers right into Franklin where everything you need is close by — great food, coffee, lodging, outfitters, medical care, and a friendly community that truly loves the trail.

Whether you need a hot meal, a shower, new gear, or just a place to relax for a bit, we hope you’ll hop on the shuttle and spend some time with us. We can’t wait to welcome you to Franklin!

Learn more at ATMILE110.COM