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News

Appalachian Trail Sees 16.9 Million Recreation Visits in 2025

Mar 13, 2026

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Inch Worm laughs and waves at the camera as two hikers carry her in a wheelbarrow along the Trail.
Culture & Inspiration

Type II Fun on the Appalachian Trail

Mar 12, 2026

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An Appalachian Trail white blaze guides hikers over a southern Appalachian bald.
News

Call for Nominations: ATC Board of Directors

Mar 4, 2026

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Seven Appalachain Trail volunteers wearing PPE and holding chainsaws gather for a group photo.
Conservation & Biodiversity

How the ATC Is Fighting Invasive Species After Hurricane Helene

Feb 26, 2026

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News

Federal Funding to Aid Improvements at McAfee Knob Trailhead

Feb 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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