Clayton, GA - Appalachian Trail Community

05/26/2026

05/22/2026

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July 1st there will be a Light Show by Drones in Clayton to celebrate July 4th BUT ON JULY 1ST FROM 6-10pm at Clayton City Hall on Hwy. 76 West.

Show starts July 1st at 9PM but from 6-9PM there will be food trucks, activities, music and possibly businesses set up to showcase what Clayton has to offer! Sponsors welcome.

Bring a chair or blanket! You can see this drone show for 2 miles!

Plan a party in downtown Clayton - set up your chair and enjoy!

Thanks to the City of Clayton, Georgia and the Clayton Merchants and Business Association (CMBA). CMBA's FB page is Visit Clayton

We'll post more details as we see them! STARS OVER CLAYTON!

05/16/2026

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Join us for an evening of trail stories, adventure, and inspiration as Bob Vandermeer shares his experience hiking Wainwright’s legendary Coast to Coast route across Northern England. From the Irish Sea at St Bees to Robin Hood’s Bay on the North Sea, this 190-mile trek crosses some of the most scenic landscapes in the UK.
Whether you’re a longtime hiker, dreaming of an overseas trek, or simply love hearing stories from the trail, this will be a fun and informative night with fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
📍 Franklin, NC
🗓 May 20
🕕 6:00 PM
Come connect with the outdoor community and learn about one of England’s most iconic long-distance walks. We hope to see you there!

05/04/2026

Picked up Megan from Minn, at Dicks Creek Gap. Spent the day in Clayton. She showered, did laundry and resupply at Outdoor 76. We are so happy you chose to stay with us. Enjoy your hike on the AT. 🏔️🥾

04/26/2026

Picked up Meemaw from Pittsburg
and Narrator from Dallas at Dicks Creek Gap.
They are taking a “0”.
Wanted to get a burger (Universal Joint) and spend the night at Days Inn. Needed to resupply, wash clothes at Outdoor 76. Glad you enjoyed your stay in Clayton. 🥾⛰️

Both have hiked the PCT and CPT

04/26/2026

We picked up these hikers at mile 70, Dicks Creek Gap. Brought them into our town of Clayton. We got Brian, from Tampa and Adam from Brooklyn, NY. They are taking a “0”.
Much needed resupply and check @ Outdoor 76.
Ate or got a drink at many of the restaurants in Clayton and stayed at the Bridge Creek Inn. Adam is wanting to write a book about the various cities among the trail.

04/26/2026

Picked up these fellas at Dicks Creek Gap, mile 70 on the AT. We got Syrup from Japan, Lawrence from Florida, in town for shower, laundry and resupply at Outdoor 76. Having some much needed food at our local restaurants. Glad you could spend the day with us. Good luck on your hike!⛰️🥾

04/26/2026

John Alexander-Bloomington
John came to Clayton to resupply and wash some clothes at Outdoor 76 and get some food in town. He plans to stay at the Days Inn. He’s hoping the twitch in his knee will go away so he can get back on the trail. Happy trails my friend. 🏔️🥾

04/20/2026

Meet Rob -“yer’ honour” from Roseburg, Oregon. He hiked the PCT. He wanted to resupply at Outdoor 76 and stay the night at Days Inn. We are glad you enjoyed your stay in Clayton. Good luck on your journey on the Appalachian Trail. 🥾👍

04/20/2026

We picked up Steven at Dicks Creek Gap, mile70. He is from Fredericksburg , VA. He was spent the night in Clayton. Enjoyed a good night rest at Days Inn and breakfast in town. We are glad you enjoyed your visit.