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Appalachian Trail Sees 16.9 Million Recreation Visits in 2025

New reporting marks the first official visitation data released for the Appalachian Trail, the world’s longest hiking-only trail.

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McAfee Knob Area: Ongoing Bear Activity

Jun 16, 2026

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Great Smoky Mtns NP: Bear Warning for Icewater Springs Shelter

Jun 12, 2026

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North Carolina: Bear Activity at Muskrat Creek Shelter

Jun 11, 2026

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Georgia: Bear Activity on the Approach Trail

Jun 10, 2026

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Great Smoky Mtns NP: Bear Warning for Russell Field Shelter

Jun 2, 2026

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Great Smoky Mtns NP: Bear Warning for Spence Field Shelter

May 29, 2026

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