It’s a new year, and this is exactly when I start getting excited about hikers getting ready to thru-hike the Appalachian ...

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy lists accoutrements like ... Here's our ultimate guide to packing the best and safest hiking gear. If you're already a skilled hiker with many overnights under ...

The North Carolina section offers many of the Appalachian Trail's highest peaks, several above 6,000 feet. Hiking enthusiasts can set out on a multiday or weeklong journey (keep in mind that you ...

If you have time to hike or backpack a portion of the trail, recent hikers say that you'll be rewarded with memorable views of the park's wilderness, from foliage to animals. The Appalachian Trail ...