This year’s northbound Appalachian Trail thru-hikers came from across the U.S. and beyond and toted slightly lighter packs than last year, according to figures the Appalachian Trail Conservancy shared ...

Simple planning can make bucket-list hikes more approachable for beginners.

The Appalachian Trail (AT) is a challenging 2,200-mile, 14-state journey admired for its natural splendor, historical waypoints, and diverse terrain. General aviation airports are conveniently ...

Dale “Grey Beard” Sanders once set the record as the oldest person to complete the roughly 2,190-mile trail. Now, he’s back ...

Connecticut is one of the Northeast’s smaller states, with a lot of the area being devoted to its cities and its beautiful shoreline. This is why it’s always a bit of a surprise when I’m reminded of ...

You do not need to train for months to walk one of America’s most famous hiking trails. Some of the country’s most photographed routes include short, manageable sections that reasonably active people ...

One of the greatest natural treasures in the United States is the Appalachian Trail, or as outdoor enthusiasts call it, "the A.T." Located in the Eastern region of the U.S., it is also known as the ...

Not everyone can (or wants to) spend five-plus months thru-hiking. Start with these abridged Appalachian Trail section hikes. Thru-hiking an epic cross-country trail can be the trip of a lifetime. Of ...

In American slang, “take a hike” is often used to tell someone to go away. But as the Appalachian Trail Conservancy celebrates its 100th anniversary, the organization is working to reframe the phrase ...

For leaders today, there are lessons to be learned about doing hard things from an unexpected place: the Appalachian Trail.