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I'd like to go backpacking with my girlfriend, but neither of us have backpacked before. I've read the advice about picking something short and only overnight for a first time, and found this close to where I live:
https://www.alapark.com/desotoresort/Backcountry Campsites/
There are two "backcountry" campsites, and each one can be reached by a no more than 1 mile hike.
Would this be a good first choice?
My only wariness comes from a macho "geeze, it's only a mile out..." feeling that I'm trying to ignore.
Hey,
I'm from Alabama. Have you looked at Cheaha? It a great place with plenty of easy hikes with great views. Desoto is definitely great, but if you're looking for something of an adventure out of town, check it out.
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Awesome. If you go, be sure to stop at the visitor center at the top, they're great and have plenty of trail and topo maps that will be really helpful.