Appalachian Trail Hiker Pickup & Drop-Off in Franklin, NC

Need a Ride from the Appalachian Trail? RoadRunner Driving Service Has You Covered

Franklin North Carolina is a favorite stopover for Appalachian Trail (AT) hikers, and RoadRunner Driving Service is proud to support the thru-hiking community with trailhead pickups, hotel drop-offs, resupply runs, and more.

Trail crossings at Winding Stair Gap and Rock Gap are just a short drive away, and RoadRunner Driving Service has been helping hikers safely get to and from town since the 1990s.

Why Hikers Choose RoadRunner Driving Service

  • Local driver who knows the trail access points
  • Room for packs and gear
  • Flexible timing for arrivals and returns
  • Pickup from motels, hostels, or outfitters
  • Safer and more reliable than hitchhiking

Planning a zero day or heading back to the trail? Contact RoadRunner Driving Service for hiker-friendly rides to or from Franklin NC.