A collection of resources for planning a safe, healthy, and responsible experience on the Appalachian Trail.
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Obstacles arise every day that threaten the Appalachian Trail. Learn how the ATC stands up for the Trail and its surrounding landscape.
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Volunteers are the soul of the Appalachian Trail, and there are many opportunities for you to help keep the Trail alive.
Keep up-to-date with the latest alerts and conditions on the Appalachian Trail.
We have partnered with Mountaineers Books for the warehousing and distribution of Appalachian Trail Conservancy Publications.
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Pen Mar County Park requires a free parking permit for overnight parking on Pen Mar High Rock Road that must be obtained in advance. This permit can be obtained online at www.washco-md.net/parks-facilities/overnight-parking-pass/ or by calling 240-313-2700.
You will receive a “Do Not Tow” pass as an attachment that must be printed and posted in your vehicle so local police will know that the vehicle has been registered.
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