The Appalachian Trail (AT) stretches approximately 2,168.1 miles from Georgia to Maine. Since 1948, when Earl Shaffer completed the first "thru-hike" from end to end of the trail, some 6,000 thru-hikers have followed in his footsteps. Below we offer articles and frequently asked questions to give a sense of the trail and the experience of hiking its complete distance.
Top Day Hikes on the Appalachian Trail (from AMC Outdoors)
Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail
A former thru-hiker gives a quick overview of the day in and day out of life on the trail.
Guidelines for Thru-Hikers in the White Mountains
History of the Appalachian Trail
Find out how this inspiring trail came to be and how it is managed today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a thru-hike take? How much does it cost? Get the answers to these questions and more.
