The 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.

The 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.

The Appalachian Trail is maintained largely by volunteers.

Volunteer on the A.T.

The white blaze marks the Appalachian Trail as a way for hikers to identify the route.

The Infamous White Blaze of the A.T.

McAfee Knob is one of the most popular locations along the A.T. to take photographs.

McAfee Knob

Hikers can experience many seasons along the A.T. all year round. It is important to be prepared.

Winter on the A.T.

Crossing into thirteen states, hikers experience a variety of scenery along the way.

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Directions

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