Rambling Roots Hostel

08/30/2026

Hey folks!
Teeka is looking to take a vacation from Faeden and needs some help! She is the athlete of the two and enjoys hiding out of reach from him but has limited places.
If anyone knows how to make some sturdy cat shelves she would be forever grateful!!!
I would love to be able to line some of the walls here with hiding spots. I am very open to design style; shelves, hammocks, tunnels, etc.

08/26/2026

Another batch of hiker trash!!! Gosh, at this rate I'll have them up by next spring! I'm already recieving postcards from those who have finished the trail!

08/24/2026

I'm always available to chat

Alright team… Post-Trail Depression is real.
You finish the hike, the purpose disappears, and suddenly real life feels empty.

Sadness, restlessness, missing the trail family, low energy, that “what now?” fog — most of us feel it.

What helps:
Be patient with yourself. Keep walking every day. Stay in touch with the good trail people. Get outside. Drink water. Set small goals.

If it’s heavy or lasting, talk to someone who gets it — fellow hikers, a therapist, or trusted friends.

Dark thoughts? Call or text 988. (Press 1 for veterans)

Helpful reads:
• ATC: https://appalachiantrail.org/news-stories/post-trail-depression-what-its-like-how-it-happens-how-to-get-over-it

• Mountaineers: https://www.mountaineers.org/blog/post-trail-blues-what-they-are-and-how-to-cope

You’re not alone. Drop a 🥾 if you’ve been there.

Keep moving forward.
Troll Marshall COMMUNITY all caps

08/18/2026

To sit and look back through the photos of all of the amazing hikers who graced the hostel with their presence is inspiring. I know I will start seeing SoBo's in the next month. Can't wait to meet them!
Thank you to all of you who've kept in touch. The updates are incredible!

08/10/2026

I like to keep people guessing regarding where on trail a hiker could be. I'll tell you what I do know, these folks are not at RRH. I have started to receive summit photos from my guests and I have even had some stop back through to say "hello" and catch up!
Don't forget we are open year round, we are a hiker, biker, adventurer, traveler, type of place. We adore all folks!

07/14/2026

Been working on some new swag!!!
New colors are here! Cardinal red and black!
Cost is $50 for a sweatshirt with bleach work, $65 for one with the applique blaze. Shipping is +$14
All pieces are individual and unique as I make them all by hand.

07/07/2026

Thanks!!!

OFFICIAL TROLL MARSHALL HOSTEL ETIQUETTE PSA
Listen up, you beautiful trail gremlins and future hostel invaders! 🧌

Troll Marshall here with a public service announcement because some of y’all were raised by raccoons who binge-watched survival shows.

When you roll into a hostel like you own the place:
Clean up after yourself. That pile of ramen wrappers, muddy socks, and mysterious trail funk you left in the sink? Yeah, not cute.

Hostel owners are not biohazard cleanup crews. Wipe it down like your mom’s coming to visit (or like you respect the trail angels letting us crash there).

Call ahead. Don’t just show up at 9pm like a surprise fart in a crowded bunkroom. A quick heads-up lets them prepare beds, food, and not have a heart attack when 12 smelly hikers appear out of the woods like zombies.

Be respectful, especially when families with kids are around. No 2am trail stories about your latest p**p disaster. No blasting questionable music. No turning the common area into your personal laundry explosion zone. Keep it PG when little eyes and ears are present – they don’t need to learn new curse words before kindergarten.

We’re all out here chasing the dream, but don’t be the reason a sweet family hostel owner puts up a “NO HIKERS” sign.

Act right so we can keep getting those magical hiker feeds and warm showers.

Troll Marshall stays winning by keeping the chaos fun, not feral. Clean it up, call ahead, stay respectful. Let’s make hostels proud to have us instead of terrified.

Who’s with me? Drop a 🧼 if you’re a courteous gremlin!

07/07/2026

I am in love with this amazing page/community. But you should do your research... this is an AI generated page.
It has been set up to find all the positives about the trail.

07/06/2026

Take care of those toes!!! Don't pre-buy shoes because they've worked on your weekend hikes. Don't buy a shoe because everyone else says it's the best, what works for one person might not work for another. Find an outfitter who truly understands feet, shoes, movement, and thru hiking.
In my area I HIGHLY recommend Outdoor 76. They are south of me in Franklin.

Read more at the link in the comments!

07/05/2026

Telli and crew, wants to remind folks we are available for bikers, hikers, white water, and other travelers! We offer accommodations for all. We have private and shared rooms. We have laundry services, a full kitchen, and swag!!!
Enjoy lounging in the A/C after a fun day of adventures.
WNC