A complete guide for HIKING The Appalachian Trail Thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail is certainly not a leisurely walk in the park. This 2,197.4-mile stretch of land, nature, and wildlife is not for the faint of heart—it requires thorough research, rigorous preparation, and exceptional ...
The Appalachian Trail didn’t become the world’s most famous path for nothing. Many have attempted to hike its entirety in a single season, but few have succeeded. Our detailed guide will thoroughly prepare you for starting and successfully completing t
I love hiking in the countryside. I prefer it to be devoid of people; I love my alone time. Though I usually hike with others, the Appalachian Trail has always been a special place for me, shaping my identity and experiences. Table of Contents My love of hiking started when I was ...
Earlier this week, David Getchel began the second leg of his three part quest to hike the Triple Crown of American trails: the Pacific Crest Trail, the Appalachian Trail, and the Continental Divide Trail. Here’s how it all began—and what’s coming next. ...
Despite that little planning wrinkle, I’m paying close attention to building my kit to reflect the difference between the Appalachian Trail and the JMT. I bought a sheet of Tyvek. This is normally used to wrap and protect houses as they are being built. I’ll be using mine as a ground...
Briana DeSanctis first discovered her passion for hiking in 2014 while tackling the Maine portion of the Appalachian Trail. She was completing Maine in 30-mile sections and had just finished the leg that ends at the Height of Land near Rangeley. “I remember coming out of the trail, and I...
Benton MacKaye's original proposal for the Appalachian Trail came out 100 years ago. While the trail may have changed, the appeal hasn't. Outside Apps Gaia GPS Get off the beaten path, and stay found. Download Trailforks Discover the best trails in the world. ...
Cows grazing near the trail. Continue reading Slow Mornings: Appalachian Trail Tales, Part 12 July 1, 2016/James Hess/0 Comments Day 47 (May 23):We started the day off with a few cups of hazelnut coffee. Everyone at the hostel procrastinated leaving as long as possible and some (Derek,...
Bean and Lady Jane sat on the sidewalk of a deli in Warwick, NY, near the beginning of the Appalachian Trail's entrance to New Jersey, chowing down sandwiches and sodas; food they hiked seven miles off the Trail to get. Their rat terrier munched with them, part of this happy AT throu...
On top of that, the Continental Divide Trail Coalition (CDTC), Pacific Crest Trail Association (PCTA), and the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) all have recommended that hikers postpone or cancel their immediate thru-hiking plans due to the Coronavirus. As you can only imagine, humans seem ...