Day three of my Foothills Trail thru hike takes me from Whitewater Campsite toward the Toxaway River...

In it, you'll see what the trail conditions look like around Thompson River, Cooley Creek, Hilliard Falls, and Bear Gap, as well as gain a sense of the pace required to hit those daily mileage goals on this long-distance trek.

If you're planning your own Foothills Trail adventure or just enjoy watching solo backpacking vlogs, this update highlights the reality of life on the trail. I show the specific markers I passed along the way to help you visualize this section of the route.

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0:00 - Starting Day Three on the Foothills Trail
1:39 - Reaching the Halfway Point
3:47 - A Much Needed Trailside Break
6:51 - Reflecting on a Grueling Day

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