Greetings from Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Hiked the AT and liked it!! Onwards to the PCT!

Sincerely,
Thomas

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

One of the longest and most famous trails in the United States, the Appalachian National Scenic Trail traverses 14 states and leads explorers through mountains, forests, meadows and culturally important lands along the East Coast. Visitors can hike the entire 2,160-mile path between Georgia and Maine, or enjoy parts of the trail on weekend or day hikes.

State(s): Connecticut Georgia, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, Vermont, West Virginia,

Established: 1968

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