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.

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

SW Virginia: VA Creeper Trail Closure & Detour

VA | Detour

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85 DAYS AGO

North Carolina: Wildfire at Winding Stair Gap

NC | Fire

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*UPDATED*

16 HOURS AGO

Virginia: Andy Layne Side Trail Detour

VA | Detour

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2 DAYS AGO

Virginia: Aerial Limestone Applications in Shenandoah

VA | Conservation

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11 DAYS AGO

New Hampshire: Utility Work in the Kinsmans

NH | Construction

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13 DAYS AGO

Georgia: Winter Storm Fern Impacts

GA | Hiking Safety

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*UPDATED*

13 DAYS AGO

NC/TN: Iron Mtn Gap Detour

NC, TN | Detour

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*UPDATED*

14 DAYS AGO

SW Virginia: Whitetop Mtn Road Closed

VA | Parking

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56 DAYS AGO

New York: Bear Mtn Detour

NY | Detour

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63 DAYS AGO

Pennsylvania: 501 Shelter Closed

PA | Closure

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82 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