Hundreds of complete gear lists by those that walked the walk. Available now may 2018, the natgeo appalachian trail premium base map includes detailed topographic information, marked trails, camping areas and shelters, and navigational aids. Appalachian trail data book section 1 springer mtn. The appalachian trail map shows the entire length of the world famous appalachian national scenic trail. The trail is about 2,200 miles 3,500 km long, though the exact length changes over time as parts are rerouted or modified. Thruhikers companion appalachian long distance hikers. It is adapted in part from east hudson trails, a fivecolor, threemap set. Roanoke appalachian trail club black horse gap to pine swamp branch shelter, and u.
New appalachian trail statistics, maps, guidebooks, and. New usgs maps of new england now include the appalachian trail, one of 11 national scenic trails in the united states. Hiking includes many steep ups and downs, but the trail is lower here than in nearby north carolina and tennessee, mostly along ridges of between three. Nov 18, 2019 the appalachian trail starts at springer mountain in georgia and finishes at mount katahdin in maine. The official appalachian trail maps are essential hiking materials for both thru and section hikers. The trail is primarily used for hiking and backpacking and is accessible yearround. At approximately 2,200 miles in length, the appalachian trail, or a.
It traverses 14 states from maines mount katahdin to georgias springer mountain over scenic, wooded, pastoral and rugged terrain. Printable appalachian trail maps if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Heres a quick roundup of the 2011 statistics on success rates, as well as some new updated guidebooks, maps, and fun atbranded gear items. Take a hike on georgias appalachian national scenic trail this a public footpath across 2,155 miles of appalachian mountain ridgelines from ga to maine. The appalachian trail is marked with a white blaze and is easily navigated. The appalachian trail conservancys mission is to preserve and manage the appalachian trail ensuring that its vast natural beauty and priceless cultural heritage can be shared and enjoyed today, tomorrow, and for centuries to come. The appalachian trail is used by day, weekend and other shortterm hikers, sectionhikers and thruhikers. Really there was only one source, the 2009 appalachian trail thruhikers companion by the appalachian trail conservancy. While you dont need to carry paper maps anymore to follow the trail. National geographics appalachian trail map set section. Maps and tracks for the entire appalachian trail gaia gps. Learn more on how to add the natgeo appalachian trail map to gaia gps as you plan your at hike. It passes through the states of georgia, north carolina, tennessee, virginia, west virginia, maryland, pennsylvania, new jersey, new york, connecticut, massachusetts, vermont, new hampshire, and maine. It is very large and colorful and has most of the key points on the trail marked.
The appalachian trail, commonly known by backpackers as the a. Welcome to the the trek appalachian trail interactive map. Appalachian mountain club, 10 city square, boston, ma 02129. In 1936, avery, who was the chairman of the atc, was the first person to walk through the appalachian trail endtoend. The appalachian trail is a registered national scenic trail that winds along the crest of the appalachian mountains from georgia in the south to maine in the north. Hawk mountain campsite this map shows the new hawk mountain campsite, completed in february 2016, and located about. Pdf icon appalachian trail map dutchess county only pdf format, 929. The appalachian trail began as a vision of forester benton mackaye, was developed by volunteers, and opened as a continuous trail in 1937.
Aug 25, 2017 in 1925, appalachian trail conservancy was formed following appalachian trail conference held in the same year in washington dc. The national park service has a free map of the appalachian trail at that i have found very helpful. Virginias appalachian trail virginia is for lovers. Except when its time to fold it up and put it someplace where i can find it again. The topographic map guide is built for all levels of hiking enthusiasts, from the day tripper to. New appalachian trail statistics, maps, guidebooks, and more. The appalachian trail is one of the most iconic scenic hiking trails in the world and it has a number of access points in the roanoke valley in virginias blue ridge. Here is a link to more information on the trindle road lot.
Asheville is very fortunate to have the appalachian trail a 2,200mile route that runs from maine to georgia go right through our backyard. The red trails and trail stubs marked on the map represents unmarked or unknown trails that interesct or split off from the appalachian trail. The colorful map shows an overview of where the trail lies lays. It contains a mountains worth of information and data on shelters, water sources, town services and other hiker oriented facilities along the 2,192. While it has been argued you dont absolutely need maps to hike the wellmarked appalachian trail, i still like having maps so i can eyeball what is up ahead and know where i am. This campsite, spread along a 2170 foot long trail, has 30 tent pads 3 of which are handicap accessible, 3 food storage boxes, a privy, and a water source. Along the bottom of each page is a trail profile that shows the distance between shelters, camping areas, and trail access points. While you dont need to carry paper maps anymore to follow the trail, its useful to carry information about the location of road intersections, town resupply options, shuttle drivers, and off trail lodging. This map of the appalachian trail through dutchess and putnam. Appalachian national scenic trail official brochure map. The appalachian trail is a nongovernmental, independently managed recreation facility of the national park system and is the nations longest marked hiking trail at 2,180 miles. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Here you will be able to spatially explore and discover a wealth of information about the appalachian trail. Conceived in 1921, built by private citizens, and completed in 1937, today the trail is managed by the national park service, us forest service, appalachian trail conservancy.
Roanoke is actually the largest city located along the appalachian trail. This map does not include the trindle road parking lot. In the future we plan to incorporate more data on other unique places of interest. Outdoor club of virginia tech pine swamp branch shelter to u. Each museumquality appalachian trail framed print may be customized with hundreds of different frame and mat options. Each map is focused on the appalachian trail and overlaps with.
Source for trail and site information or just talk about your favorite trail. While you dont need to carry paper maps anymore to follow the trail, its useful to carry information about the location of road intersections, town resupply options, shuttle drivers, and offtrail lodging. Download a full dataset of maps and tracks for the appalachian trail on. The appalachian trail starts at springer mountain in georgia and finishes at mount katahdin in maine. This area features rugged wilderness hiking, with highway crossings spaced about a moderate days journey apart. The appalachian trail began as a vision of forester benton mackaye, was developed by volunteers, and. You can visit their trail update page for the most recent developments on the at. Please note that there may have been trail changes after the tables were created, so it is important to rely on the tags on the maps rather than the table on the back of the map. According to the appalachian trail conservancy, this portion of the a.
The trail is about 2,200 miles 3,500 km long, though the exact length changes over time as parts are rerouted. Some of the blue routes are identified as official designated trails. To view and print more detailed maps, see the interactive map, below. The appalachian trail conservancy is a 501c3 organization. The appalachian national scenic trail in georgia lies entirely within chattahoochee national forest. National geographic publishes a thirteen map appalachian trail illustrated map set of waterproof paper maps that cover the length of the appalachian trail from springer mountain, georgia to maines mt katahdin. Thruhikers hike the entire length of the trail in one season.
There are two halves to every appalachian trail experience. The appalachian trail thruhikers companion is the only official atc guidebook for thruhikers, sectionhikers and dayhikers on the appalachian trail. Appalachian trail maps complete set of topo map trail. The appalachian trail is a footpath across 2,168 miles of appalachian mountain ridgelines from georgia to maine. May 19, 2016 national geographic appalachian trail map series. Buy appalachian trail framed prints from our community of independent artists and iconic brands. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Includes national, state and local parks, forests, recreational and wildlife area boundaries. Top quality, great selection and expert advice you can trust. The appalachian trail in georgia traverses the chattahoochee national forest. Download appalachian trail map from national park service. This is a map of our 17 mile section of the appalachian trail.
The appalachian trail conservancys mission is to protect, manage, and advocate for the appalachian national scenic trail. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Provides highly detailed digital topographic maps for the appalachian trail, comparable to 1. Now it only takes a moment to download a pdf copy of this at map that you never have to fold. Sync the folders to your gaia gps app or download in gpx or kml format to your desktop, and help aggregate data by becoming a contributor. Georgia appalachian trail map this map in pdf format is intended to show the general location of the at in georgia and mileages between access points and. Georgia appalachian trail map this map in pdf format is intended to show the general location of the at in georgia and mileages between access points and shelters. Shop for appalachian trail books and maps at rei free u. Our appalachian trail framed art prints ship within 48 hours, arrive readytohang, and include a 30day moneyback guarantee.
Guide by david awol miller is all you youll need to hike the appalachian trail from one end to the other. There are many opportunities for shorter hikes on the at near asheville. Appalachian trail framed art prints fine art america. The appalachian trail at is used by day, weekend and other shortterm hikers, sectionhikers and thruhikers who hike the entire length of the trail, start to finish, in one season. The organized folders include official trail and waypoint data from the appalachian trail conservancy. Between 1929 and 1933, the connecticut leg of the trail was mapped and blazed. Natural bridge appalachian trail club tye river at va. Guide by david awol miller is all you youll need to hike the appalachian trail from one end to the other with stops anywhere in between. First of all, if you havent visited the web site of the appalachian trail conservancy atc recently, check it out.
Contains a fully routable trail from beginning to end, plus basic road coverage available as a reference. Wall maps print out your favorite trail to 6 feet high. Virginia s southern end of the appalachian trail roanoke to pearisburg. Appalachian trail shuttle providers listing and corresponding map. Massachusetts connecticut by appalachian trail conservancy maps only.
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