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Appalachian Trail plaque on Springer Mountain, Georgia

by admin on July 2, 2021 with No Comments
How long is the Appalachian Trail? – Breaking down the miles

As of 2021, the Appalachian Trail is 2,193.1 miles (3,529.5 km), stretching across 14 states from its southern terminus at Springer Mountain in Georgia to … Read more.

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by admin on April 30, 2021 with No Comments
Elevation on the AT – Highest and Lowest Points

The Appalachian Trail stretches from Springer Mountain in Georgia to Mount Katahdin in Maine, crossing through 14 states and climbing some of the tallest … Read more.

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How long does it take to hike the Appalachian Trail?: AT sign

by admin on February 19, 2020 with No Comments
How long does it take to hike the AT?

The Appalachian Trail is a hiking trail that stretches nearly 2,200 miles from Springer Mountain in Georgia to Mount Katahdin in Maine. Tens of thousands of people set foot on … Read More

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Appalachian Trail Thru-hike cost

by admin on August 22, 2019 with No Comments
How much does it cost to thru-hike the A.T.?

Everyone who dreams of thru hiking the Appalachian Trail has heard about the physical and mental challenges that await them, but those aren’t the only things that can cut short your hike. Many people quit their hike simply because they … Read More

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