ALL 2025 BACKPACKING TRIPS ARE OFFERED THROUGH ISLAND FORD ADVENTURES
Nero Coffee Hikes is now the owner of Island Ford Adventures, a full-service backpacking guide service. You can view our trip calendar below, or pop over to our backpacking page for more trip info.
“I fell in love with backpacking while thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail. Having everything you need on your back is an amazing feeling, but I know how intimidating it can be to try it for the first time. My goal with every trip is to help you discover your love of backpacking by creating ridiculously awesome and approachable guided overnight trips that make you want to start planning your next trip right away. ”
Meet Your Guide
Name: Katlyn Mobley
Longest Trail Hiked: Appalachian Trail (2189.1 miles)
Favorite local trail: So many! Probably Sam’s Knob
Most Recent Thru Hike: Chilean Patagonia W Trek
Favorite Local Coffee Shop: High Five in Asheville (order the Iced Cesspool)
Favorite Wildflower: Mountain Laurell
Custom Trip Planning Available Upon Request
Need a different date/time than what’s listed? Want a longer trip? A different location?? Fill out the trip request form and we’ll get back in touch ASAP to start planning your custom adventure.
