Celebrating our Nation's Post Offices
Virginia Post Offices
ADDRESS: 805 Blue Ridge Rd., Glasgow, Virginia 24555
Another post office along the Appalachian Trail. I initially visited this one during my 2007 thru-hike. I don’t remember going inside or sending a re-supply here. I was with a few other hikers at the time, maybe one of them might remember. Please comment below.
Thanks,
David W. Gates Jr.
ADDRESS: 15048 Crabtree Falls Hwy., Montebello, Virginia 24464
Montebello Virginia is home to the Dutch Haus Bed & Breakfast. Nestled comfortably in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia it’s also one possible stop for Appalachian Trail hikers.
Yes, I did stop here during my 2007 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike. I distinctly remember wearing a very plush robe while my fragrant hiker clothes were being washed. I stayed here with several other hikers during this adventure. Every hiker can appreciate getting out of the rain and cold at the end of a long day on the trail. I remember it being over cast and cold this day so it was refreshing to have someplace dry for the night. I stayed here along with several other hikers at the time. Such is life along the trail?
Another reason for taking pictures of post office is reminiscing about the trips I was on when I visited. Writing this post today I’m reminded of these wonderful moments.
Anyone know if the Dutch Haus B&B still caters to hikers?
Thanks,
David W. Gates Jr.
ADDRESS: 93 Ripshin Rd., Troutdale, Virginia 24378
Troutdale was a friendly little stop along my Appalachian Trail hike. I have fond memories of Jerry picking hikers up from the trail and shuttling them to his store. Talk about customer service? When the owner picks you up and drives you to his business?
Funny, but that’s how the logistics seem to work when thru-hiking. Random strangers offering to help out where ever they can, even if it means driving you to the only store or restaurant open in town. I don’t believe I ever remember seeing anything else open in the town of Troutdale.
Thanks,
David W. Gates Jr.