Appalachian Trail: Newfound Gap to Davenport Gap
This 30.3-miler in the Great Smokies leads to picturesque panoramas including Charles Bunion, a popular 5,736-foot bald.
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Appalachian Trail: Harpers Ferry to Gathland State ParkThis 10.4-miler passes Jefferson Rock, climbs Weverton Cliff for jaw-dropping views, then continues on temperate terrain to Gathland State Park. Philadelphia: Appalachian Trail-South of 309Most of this easy 7-mile hike passes under a tree-shaded ridgeline that insulates dayhikers from the outside world. Appalachian Trail: Spivey Gap to US 19WLink dense maple forests to scenic ridgelines then finish with a steep descent to the Nolichucky River on this 9-mile leg. Bonus: Check out Uncle Johnny Hostel, a popular hangout for thru-hikers. |
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New York City: Fingerboard Shelter via the ATTackle a section of America's first National Scenic Trail on this 15.8-mile out-and-back overnight near Lake Tiorati in Harriman State Park. New York City: Bear and West Mountains via the ATThis 10-mile out-and-back climbs a summit with far-reaching views and ends at a rustic Appalachian Trail shelter. Appalachian Trail: Springer Mountain to Woody GapThree shelters, rolling hills and beautiful vistas reward hikers as they connect Springer Mountain to Woody Gap where a recently renovated shelter sits under a leafy canopy. |
Heroes: Bob Peoples, 68This tireless trail angel is firing up a new generation of backcountry stewards. International Appalachian Trail, Quebec - Readers Choice 2012Find caribou, moose, and bald eagles on a hut-to-hut trek in an undiscovered park. Readers' Choice 2012: Appalachian Trail, 100-Mile Wilderness, METackle the Northeast's most remote wilds for bears, moose, and berries. |
Readers' Choice 2012: Top 3 - Southeast HikesOur prolific map contributor has thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail and notched more than 90 bag nights while scouting routes for BACKPACKER. Readers' Choice 2012: Reader Leader Contest WinnersMore than 150 of you entered our contest to become a BACKPACKER field scout. Meet the winners. Trail Master: Q & A with record-breaking thru-hiker Jennifer Pharr DavisHaving just broken the speed record for thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, Jennifer Pharr Davis sits down to discuss gear, preparation, and the joy of a stellar hike. |
Appalachian Trail Nature Photo GalleryWildflowers, bugs, and other nature photographs shot by our map correspondent on the AT © Jeff Chow AT Shelter Photo GalleryA few of the shelters and lean-tos found along the length of the Appalachian Trail © Jeff Chow Panoramas of the Appalachian TrailA collection of five-star overlooks along the Appalachian Trail © Jeff Chow |
AT Interview: Correspondent Jeff ChowJeff Chow spent 10 months mapping every mile of the AT for BACKPACKER. Learn about his favorite spots and hard-earned tips here. |
Editors' Choice Snow Award 2012: Sierra Designs Tov and L.L. Bean Ultralite 850Gear Editor Kristin Hostetter explains the new innovations in down insulation technology |
Editors' Choice Snow Award 2012: Vasque Snow Junkie UD BootsStaff Photographer Ben Fullerton reviews the lightweight Snow Junkie boots from Vasque |
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