Whether on the footpath itself or on Capitol Hill, obstacles arise every day that threaten the Appalachian Trail. We’re here to protect it. Learn how the ATC stands up for the Trail and its surrounding landscape — and how you can help.
If you hike the Trail in 2021, proper planning and preparation will help ensure everyone’s A.T. experiences are safe, healthy, responsible, and successful.
BEFORE USING THIS FORM: Report all serious incidents to local law enforcement as soon as possible by dialing 911 or one of the other methods listed on appalachiantrail.org/incidents.
Then, use this form to provide a detailed report for all incidents, suspicious activity, or resource damage that occurs on the Appalachian Trail. This report will go directly to the National Park Service (NPS) and the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC).
NPS or ATC may share this report, including your name and contact information, with law-enforcement officials, land-managing agencies, and Trail Clubs involved in the management of the A.T.
