Backcountry conditions change constantly. It is your responsibility to be prepared for the unexpected.

Scroll through our most recent updates or select the A.T. state you plan to visit.

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You can report adverse or dangerous Trail conditions by sending a detailed email to trailconditions@appalachiantrail.org.

Central VA: War Spur Bridge Closed

VA | Closure

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5 HOURS AGO

Great Smoky Mtns NP: Bear Warning for Silers Bald

NC, TN | Animal

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7 DAYS AGO

SW VA: Bear Activity at Rhododendron Gap

VA | Animal

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8 DAYS AGO

NC/TN: Iron Mtn Gap Reopened

NC, TN | Detour

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*UPDATED*

15 DAYS AGO

Hurricane Helene Storm Damage

NC, TN, VA | Alert

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*UPDATED*

21 DAYS AGO

NC – VT: Severe Weather

CT, MD, MA, NJ, NY, NC, PA, TN, VT, VA, WV | Hiking Safety

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22 DAYS AGO

New York: Help Identifying Individual

NJ, NY | Alert

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22 DAYS AGO

Harpers Ferry: Footbridge Closure

MD, WV | Detour

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*UPDATED*

29 DAYS AGO

Connecticut: Limestone Spring Shelter Closed

CT | Closure

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*UPDATED*

30 DAYS AGO

Report an Incident

While the Appalachian Trail is a relatively safe place to visit, that does not mean that there are not potential dangers while you are hiking or camping. If you see something, say something — this will help us keep the A.T. as safe as possible for our visitors.

Report an Incident