Hike the A.T. - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
WEBHike the A.T. The Appalachian Trail is the longest hiking-only footpath in the world, ranging from Maine to Georgia. Use the interactive map below to explore the Trail, find shelters, locate parking and more.
Thru-Hiking - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
WEBCompleting the entire 2,190+ miles of the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) in one trip is a mammoth undertaking. Each year, thousands of hikers attempt a thru-hike; only about one in four makes it all the way.
How to Thru Hike the Appalachian Trail: A 101 Guide - The Trek
WEBWelcome to How to Thru-Hike the Appalachian Trail: A 101 Guide! This resource is designed to help you understand everything you need to know about thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail. Here you will find information regarding the trail and the culture that surrounds it, gear talk, thru-hike preparation, hiking strategies, social etiquette, and ...
Interactive Map - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
WEBYou can explore hundreds of locations along the trail including vistas, trailhead parking, overnight shelters, A.T. Communities, and Trail Clubs! The Appalachian Trail (A.T.) interactive map, built cooperatively by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) and National Park Service using ESRI’s Arc GIS Online mapping technology.
Appalachian National Scenic Trail (U.S. National Park Service)
WEBThe Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by private citizens, and completed in 1937, today the trail is managed by the National Park Service, US Forest Service, Appalachian Trail Conservancy, numerous state agencies and thousands of volunteers.
Appalachian Trail - Wikipedia
WEBThe Appalachian Trail, also called the A.T., is a hiking trail in the Eastern United States, extending almost 2,200 miles (3,540 km) between Springer Mountain in Georgia and Mount Katahdin in Maine, and passing through 14 states. [2] . The Appalachian Trail Conservancy claims the Appalachian Trail to be the world's longest hiking-only trail. [3] .
Expert Guide to Hiking the Appalachian Trail - Mountain IQ
WEBMar 21, 2023 · The trail stretches for 2,190 miles through 14 states and takes approximately 5 to 7 months to hike in its entirety. Here you will find all of the information you need to plan for a hike on the Appalachian Trail, whether you’re going for a weekend or hiking the entire trail.
The Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike Checklist
WEBNov 30, 2021 · Getting ready to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail? Make sure you complete all 27 tasks on the AT thru-hike checklist before you go.
A Quick Guide to Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail - CleverHiker
WEBAug 5, 2024 · The Appalachian Trail (AT) is a long-distance national scenic hiking trail that goes from Springer Mountain in Georgia to Mt. Katahdin in Maine on the U.S. East Coast. Every year, thousands of people attempt a “thru-hike” on the AT, but only a fraction finish.
Hiking The Appalachian Trail: 15 Tips for a First-Timer - 57hours
WEB1. Do Your Research. Can you hike the Appalachian Trail with no experience? You absolutely can, but you must do your homework. Back in the day we didn’t have a lot of resources at our disposal, so we used what we could get our hands on. In today’s digitized world, there’s no excuse for skipping your reading.