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.

GA, NC, TN: Critical Wildfire Risk on Saturday

GA, NC, TN | Alert

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2 DAYS AGO

NC/TN: Missing Person, Likely NOBO

GA, NC, TN | Alert

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2 DAYS AGO

VA & PA: Seasonal Burn Bans

PA, VA | Fire

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2 DAYS AGO

NC/TN: Wildfire near Indian Grave Gap

NC, TN | Fire

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2 DAYS AGO

Smoky Mtns NP: Wildfire near Fontana Dam

NC, TN | Fire

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2 DAYS AGO

Harpers Ferry: Jefferson Rock Cyclical Maintenance

WV | Alert

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3 DAYS AGO

Georgia: Wildfire visible from Gooch Gap area

GA | Fire

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4 DAYS AGO

Georgia: Bear Activity at Cooper Gap

GA | Animal

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6 DAYS AGO

GA-VA: Prescribed Burn Season

GA, NC, TN, VA | Conservation

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*UPDATED*

9 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