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Black Appalachian Trail marker tag with a large blue A/up-arrow and text 'Appalachian National Scenic Trail', '2026', and '2,197.9 miles' being held by a hand in front of colorful shrub leaves.
Thru-Hiking

2026 Northbound A.T. Hiker Stats & Facts

Jun 25, 2026

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Culture & Inspiration

The Appalachian Trail, Then and Now: Two 2,000-Milers Reflect

Apr 22, 2026

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Hiker poses with packed backpack in front of Appalachian Trail Conservancy headquarters
Hiking Tips

What A Shakedown Hike Can Tell You Before Mile One

Apr 16, 2026

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Orange tent pitched in a small grove of trees along the Appalachian Trail in Georgia.
Hiking Tips

What Georgia Ridgerunners Wish You Knew About Staying Healthy on the A.T.

Mar 26, 2026

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White Cap Mountain with clouds overhead and golden vegetation below.
Hiking Tips

What A.T. Hikers Wish They Knew Before Their Journey

Feb 19, 2026

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Thru-Hiking

Southbound A.T. Thru-Hikes: A Primer

Nov 6, 2025

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