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Three hikers stand on a rocky slope of Mt Adams, looking out at large, distant mountains obscured by clouds.
Conservation & Biodiversity

Why Are the White Mountains So Much Harder To Hike?

Oct 15, 2026

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Close up leg and hiking boots walking through forest.
Culture & Inspiration

Why You Don’t Have to Take Six Months Off to Hike the Appalachian Trail

Oct 8, 2026

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Lemmy and Green Giant near Baxter Peak. Photo by Katie Farrar
Hiking Tips

Important End-of-Year Closure Dates for 2026 A.T. Hikers

Sep 24, 2026

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Rolling mountains and valleys blanketed in colorful fall foliage
Culture & Inspiration

The Truth About Fall Hiking on the Appalachian Trail

Sep 17, 2026

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Culture & Inspiration

Finding Awe on the Appalachian Trail

Aug 20, 2026

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Three hikers with large backpacks sit on steps outside a stone building, holding an Appalachian Trail sign.
Culture & Inspiration

More Than a Photo: The Harpers Ferry Tradition Connecting Appalachian Trail Hikers

Aug 6, 2026

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